<p>This episode focuses on the practice of ancient Egyptian astronomy and its relationship to the culture's religion and agriculture. Particular attention is paid to the motions of Sirius, the Great Pyramid at Giza, the "Stretching the Cord" ceremony and the association of the pharaohs with the Sun and heavens.</p>

This episode focuses on the practice of ancient Egyptian astronomy and its relationship to the culture's religion and agriculture. Particular attention is paid to the motions of Sirius, the Great Pyramid at Giza, the "Stretching the Cord" ceremony and the association of the pharaohs with the Sun and heavens.

Episode 3.2.1: Supplemental-Ancient Egyptian Astronomy

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Episode 3.2.1: Supplemental-Ancient Egyptian Astronomy

Episode 3.2.1: Supplemental-Ancient Egyptian Astronomy