For close to three millennia, spanning from its consolidation around 3100 B.C. until its subjugation by Alexander the Great in 332 B.C., ancient Egypt stood as the dominant civilization in the Mediterranean region. Spanning from the monumental pyramids of the Old Kingdom to the military campaigns of the New Kingdom, Egypt’s grandeur has captivated archaeologists and historians alike, giving rise to the specialized field of Egyptology. The primary sources shedding light on ancient Egypt encompass a myriad of monuments, objects, and artifacts unearthed from archaeological sites, adorned with hieroglyphs that have only recently been decoded. These discoveries paint a vivid picture of a culture unparalleled in the splendor of its art, the ingenuity of its architecture, and the depth of its religious practices.