The Great Pyramids Are Magnificent In Meaning And Architecture

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The Great Pyramids are magnificent in meaning and architecture. They were created with the purpose of “lasting dwelling place for the dead.” The ancient Egyptians built pyramids as tombs for the pharaohs and their queens, as a resting place. This ensured prosperity in the afterlife. Another way the Egyptians assured this was by using such materials. This can even be seen in their works of art. In the video we are introduced to the many sculptures that were created of the pharaohs and their queens. Their importance is also shown through the materials used. With the piece menkaure and khamerernebty the media used was Greywacke a type of long lasting hard rock, ensuring a long after life. In comparing that piece to that of a scribe there is a