Comet Hunter
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I could not figure out how to add to my other post on the Step Pyramid once I added the video so I am adding a part 2 as this has some interesting images and history of this old area.
The Step Pyramid complex at Saqqara (near Memphis) is a vast 3rd Dynasty (c. 27th century BC) mortuary site designed by Imhotep for Pharaoh Djoser, featuring the world’s oldest colossal stone building. The complex includes the 6 tiered 60 meter high pyramid,
These following images show the courtyard, and moutuary temple
The entrance to the complex
#1
#2 It was pointed out to look at how straight, plumb and the tight fitting joints were on this old structure made with primitive tools.
Or was it made be aliens?
# 3 So I found this interesting if maybe excessive. This entrance hall way celing was made with carved colored stone to "look" like wooden timber but ios actully rock!
The Sed Festival (Heb-Sed) was a crucial ancient Egyptian jubilee celebrated to renew a pharaoh's strength and divine right to rule, typically after 30 years of reign and every three years thereafter. Centered on ritual rejuvenation, the festival involved ceremonies, offerings, and a ritual race, frequently held in Memphis, the ancient capital.
Key Aspects of the Sed Festival in Memphis:
# 5 Templs area foundations and ruins
# 6 so whats with the 4 sets of feet hiding under this shelf? If stones could talk!
The Step Pyramid complex at Saqqara (near Memphis) is a vast 3rd Dynasty (c. 27th century BC) mortuary site designed by Imhotep for Pharaoh Djoser, featuring the world’s oldest colossal stone building. The complex includes the 6 tiered 60 meter high pyramid,
These following images show the courtyard, and moutuary temple
The entrance to the complex
#1
#2 It was pointed out to look at how straight, plumb and the tight fitting joints were on this old structure made with primitive tools.
Or was it made be aliens?
# 3 So I found this interesting if maybe excessive. This entrance hall way celing was made with carved colored stone to "look" like wooden timber but ios actully rock!
The Sed Festival (Heb-Sed) was a crucial ancient Egyptian jubilee celebrated to renew a pharaoh's strength and divine right to rule, typically after 30 years of reign and every three years thereafter. Centered on ritual rejuvenation, the festival involved ceremonies, offerings, and a ritual race, frequently held in Memphis, the ancient capital.
Key Aspects of the Sed Festival in Memphis:
- Purpose: The festival aimed to rejuvenate the pharaoh’s physical and divine power, ensuring his ability to rule, which was seen as vital for the country's well-being.
- Memphis Connection: As the Old Kingdom capital and a key religious center, Memphis—specifically the area near the Temple of Ptah—was a traditional location for these, and other coronation, ceremonies.
- Rituals: Known as the "Festival of the Tail," the king wore a specific animal tail, made offerings to gods (especially Ptah in Memphis), and performed a ritual race to demonstrate his fitness.
- Significance: It often included a symbolic re-enactment of the unification of Egypt by Menes.
- Evidence: The Step Pyramid complex of Djoser at Saqqara (near Memphis) contains a famous Heb-Sed court, with architectural elements designed to allow the king to celebrate the festival eternally
# 5 Templs area foundations and ruins
# 6 so whats with the 4 sets of feet hiding under this shelf? If stones could talk!
