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Cambyses and His Acts of Disrespect
While Cambyses remained in Memphis, he committed many other violent and shocking acts. These outrages were directed not only against the Persians but also...
Croesus Advises the Persian King
After witnessing many cruel acts, Croesus the Lydian believed it was his duty to speak to King Cambyses. Croesus was no ordinary man. He...
Cambyses and the Test of Madness
Cambyses, the Persian king, became known not only for his power but also for his cruelty and unstable behavior. Many Persians whispered among themselves...
Cambyses Tests the Fallen King of Egypt
Ten days after the fortress of Memphis had fallen, Cambyses decided to test the strength of spirit of Psammenitus, the defeated king of Egypt....
The Flight of the Egyptian Army
After their defeat on the battlefield, the Egyptian soldiers lost all order and discipline. As soon as they turned their backs on the enemy,...
A Remarkable Sight on the Battlefield
On the battlefield where this great fight took place, I was shown something truly remarkable by the local people. Long after the battle had...
Sacred Cattle and Their Religious Importance
In ancient Egypt, male cattle were considered sacred animals connected to the god Epaphus. Because of this sacred connection, these animals could not be...
The Deep Religious Spirit of the Egyptians
The Egyptians are extremely religious, more so than any other people. Religion shapes almost every part of their daily life. Their customs, clothing, food,...
How Egyptian Customs Differ from Other Lands
Egypt is a land where many customs are the exact opposite of those found in other countries. These differences can be seen in religion,...
How the Sun Influences the Nile
To explain this matter more fully, I will describe how the sun affects the regions through which the Nile flows. The key to understanding...
