Hatshepsut and Egyptian Temples

This set of flashcards covers key terms and concepts related to Hatshepsut, her architecture, and significant Egyptian temples.

Hatshepsut

First female Pharaoh of Egypt who ruled during the New Kingdom from 1473-1458 BC.

Senmut

Architect and tutor to Hatshepsut's royal family, speculated to be her lover.

Valley of Kings

Location where Hatshepsut built her tomb and temple, next to Mentuhotep's chapel.

Mentuhotep II

Middle Kingdom Pharaoh of Egypt from Dynasty XI, known for his temple predating Hatshepsut's by 600 years.

Hypostyle hall

A hall with a roof supported by columns, commonly found in Egyptian temples.

Pylon

Big entryway into a temple, typically several stories tall with spaces for guards.

Cult Temples

Temples dedicated to specific gods, such as the Temple of Horus in Edfu.

Colossal Statues of Hatshepsut

Statues representing Hatshepsut as Osiris, emphasizing her royal power.

Punt Expedition

Hatshepsut's gathering of sacred materials related to the god Ra.

Proto-Doric columns

Columns in Hatshepsut's architecture that resemble later Greek Doric columns.