The Abydos dynasty is a series of rulers who ruled the Upper Egypt during Second Intermediate Period, around 1650-1600 BC. This period is marked by the fragmentation of power in Egypt and the occupation of the Hyksos, a people of Asian origin, in the north of the country. The dynasty of Abydos takes its name from the city ofAbydos, an important religious and cultural center located in Upper Egypt.
Kings of the Abydos dynasty
The kings of the Abydos dynasty are little known due to the lack of historical sources. Nevertheless, several rulers have been identified, including Wepwawetemsaf, Pantjeny and Sekhemrâânkhoutâaouy. These kings are mainly known through inscriptions and funerary objects discovered in the region of Abydos.
Geopolitical situation
During the Abydos dynasty, Egypt was divided between several centers of power. The Hyksos control the Nile delta region, while the pharaohs of the XNUMXth dynasty, based in Thebes, try to maintain their authority over southern Egypt. The Abydos Dynasty coexists with these other centers of power and seems to have been partly independent, although it is possible that it was a vassal of the XVII dynasty.
Archaeological discoveries
Archaeological discoveries linked to the Abydos dynasty have provided insight into this little-known period of Egyptian history. The excavations carried out in the region of Abydos brought to light several tombs and funerary objects belonging to the rulers of this dynasty. These discoveries made it possible to establish links between the kings of Abydos and the religious and funerary culture of the time.
Legacy and significance
The importance of the Abydos dynasty lies mainly in its role during the Second Intermediate Period and its contribution to the understanding of this complex period of Egyptian history. The rulers of Abydos testify to the fragmentation of power in Egypt and the coexistence of different local power centers. Their study helps to shed light on the political and cultural dynamics that marked Egypt during this period.
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