Vocabulary from Egyptian Architecture Lecture

These flashcards contain key vocabulary terms and their definitions related to Egyptian architecture and its historical context.

Egyptian Architecture

One of the most influential architectural styles in history, characterized by massive structures and a deep connection to religious practices.

Nile River

The longest river in the world, which provided a crucial means of communication and fertile land for ancient Egypt.

Pharaoh

The supreme ruler of ancient Egypt, believed to be a god on earth and responsible for construction and leadership.

Mummification

The embalming process used in ancient Egypt to preserve the body for the afterlife, involving complex rituals.

Canopic Jars

Containers used during mummification to store and protect the internal organs of the deceased.

Hieroglyphics

A writing system of ancient Egypt using pictorial and phonetic symbols to record information.

Tomb

A burial place, with significant variations including mastabas, pyramids, and rock-cut tombs.

Obelisk

A monolithic four-sided stone pillar tapering to a pyramidion, often inscribed with hieroglyphics.

Temple

A structure dedicated to worship, including both mortuary temples for deceased pharaohs and cult temples for deities.

Capitals

The uppermost part of a column, often designed in various forms such as palm or lotus, representing different aspects of ancient Egyptian culture.