241: Annihilation of the Wicked
The History of Egypt Podcast

241: Annihilation of the Wicked

C1AdvancedAugust 24, 202630 min
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Merneptah's Nubian War, the Book of Caverns, and his Legacy. The later years of Merneptah's reign were eventful. Just as the Libu war wound down, another conflict started in Nubia. Shortly after, there may have been some disruptions or reshuffling in the government. We also get a new religious text known as the "Book of Caverns." Finally, we follow Merneptah's passing and his legacy. Extended version (49m) available on Patreon. Music: Keith Zizza, Luke Chaos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hello, and welcome back to the History of Egypt podcast, episode 241, Annihilation of the Wicked. In 1221 BCE, Egypt's Delta lands breathed a sigh of relief. After a month of disorder, the Libu invasion was defeated.

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Its leaders were dead, their bodies impaled on stakes along the western roads. were enslaved, bound, and dragged away to labor for Pharaoh. The Sea Peoples, five distinct groups arriving simultaneously with the Libu, were also thrown down. The royal cities of Mennefer, or Memphis, and Piramisis, could rest, knowing the danger had passed. Unfortunately,

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the violence was not over. As the King's army prepared to fight the Libu, a messenger had arrived at Monepta's palace. Quote, It happened in year five, the third month of Shemu, day one.

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