Latest / Ramses the Great: Egypt's Most Powerful Pharaoh — Fexingo History
Ramses II and the Myth of the Living God
While Ramses II is famous for his monumental architecture and military campaigns, this episode explores how he actively cultivated a divine persona during his lifetime. We examine the controversial concept of the 'Living Pharaoh' cult, where Ramses demanded worship not just as a god-king in death, but as a deity in life. The narrative traces the origins of this practice to the New Kingdom, specifically focusing on the role of the High Priest of Ptah at Memphis and the political necessity of aligning the ruler with Ma'at. We look at archaeological evidence from the Ramesseum and…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.