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  1. Pharaoh - Wikipedia

    Pharaoh[a] was a title of the monarch of ancient Egypt used from the Eighteenth Dynasty onwards. The title was subsequently added to all the previous kings of Egypt. Before this …

  2. Pharaoh | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica

    Oct 9, 2025 · As a divine ruler, the pharaoh was the preserver of the god-given order, called maat. He owned a large portion of Egypt’s land and directed its use, was responsible for his people’s …

  3. 25 Famous Pharaohs | Great Pharaohs Of Ancient Egypt

    Here's a chronological list of the 25 most famous Egyptian pharaohs. Have a look here for a top 10 of the most famous pharaohs of ancient Egypt. Narmer was a pharaoh of the 1st Dynasty in …

  4. The Role of Pharaohs in Ancient Egyptian Society

    5 days ago · The Role of Pharaohs in Ancient Egyptian Society November 24, 2025 In ancient Egyptian civilization, the pharaoh was far more than a political leader—he was viewed as a …

  5. Pharaohs - National Geographic Society

    Mar 19, 2024 · As ancient Egyptian rulers, pharaohs were both the heads of state and the religious leaders of their people. The word “ pharaoh ” means “Great House,” a reference to …

  6. Pharaoh - World History Encyclopedia

    Sep 2, 2009 · The Pharaoh in ancient Egypt was the political and religious leader of the people and held the titles 'Lord of the Two Lands' and 'High Priest of Every Temple'.

  7. PHARAOH Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of PHARAOH is a ruler of ancient Egypt.

  8. Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt | Pharaoh.se

    The Bible only mention the names of four minor pharaohs of the Late Period, otherwise the kings of Egypt are simply known as Pharaoh. In antiquity, Greek historians who visited Egypt …

  9. List of pharaohs - Wikipedia

    The title "pharaoh" is used for those rulers of Ancient Egypt who ruled after the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt by Narmer during the Early Dynastic Period, approximately 3100 BC.

  10. What were an Egyptian pharaoh's roles and responsibilities?

    As the high priest of every temple in Egypt, the pharaoh was responsible for performing rituals and offering sacrifices to the gods. In doing so, he ensured that the gods were happy and that …