EAF HMS Ancient Egypt/Hebrew Flashcards

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Delta

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A triangle-shaped area of land at the mouth of a river, like the Nile, where the soil is rich and good for farming.

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Papyrus

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1. A type of paper made from a plant that grows near the Nile River, used by Ancient Egyptians to write on.

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Dynasty

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A series of rulers from the same family who control a kingdom, like the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt

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Psalms

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1. A sacred song or hymn, often part of religious worship; not specific to Egypt but relevant for discussing religious texts.

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Proverb

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A short, wise saying that teaches a lesson or gives advice, sometimes found in Egyptian teachings

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Synagogue

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1. A place of worship for Jewish people; relevant when discussing interactions between cultures in the ancient world.

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Embalming

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The process of preserving a body after death, like how Egyptians prepared mummies for the afterlife.

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Covenant

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1. A special agreement or promise, often made between a god and people, such as those in ancient religious beliefs.

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Kosher

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Food prepared according to Jewish dietary laws; important when learning about cultural interactions and beliefs in ancient times.

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Pharaoh

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The title for a king or ruler of Ancient Egypt, considered a god on Earth.