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Memphis

Memphis

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An ancient Egyptian city on the Nile south of Cairo that was the Old Kingdom capital
  • proper noun
  • /ˈmɛmfɪs/
: Menfis
  • You are in front of Memphis ... the first capital of ancient Egypt.
  • temple complex of Memphis

Joshua and Jericho Circuit of the white walls of Memphis for each new coronation of Pharaoh.

Examples

  • When his successor Tutankhamun abandoned Amarna for Memphis, his artisans came as well to work on Saqqara's tombs.

    Academic text (2006)

  • For 3,000 years Saqqara has been the burial ground for the city of Memphis.

    Pam Roark: Iraq War Nurse (2020)

  • Excavating at Memphis is no easy task.

    Academic text (2006)

  • ln its temple in Memphis, the bull is washed and anointed with perfumed oils.

    Pam Roark: Iraq War Nurse (2020)

  • Auguste Mariette (1821-1881) discovered Memphis tombs and helped establish the Egyptian museum.

    Academic text (2006)

  • The ancient city of Memphis was known for its grand architecture and served as the capital of Egypt.

  • Visitors to Memphis can see the remnants of temples that once stood in this historic city, the heart of ancient Egypt.

  • Today, Memphis is recognized for its archaeological significance as the old capital located near Cairo.

Surface Forms

Memphis main

Etymology

The word Memphis comes from the old Egyptian name Men-nefer, which means 'established and beautiful'. That's why Memphis refers to the famous ancient capital on the Nile.