In this live episode 50, Fredrik takes us on a journey through the history and usage of obelisks in ancient Egypt. He discusses the early history of obelisks, their association with the pharaohs, and their use as grave markers. Fredrik also talks about the sun temples dedicated to the sun god Ra and their resemblance to pyramid complexes. Additionally, he touches on the benben stone and its significance in ancient Egyptian mythology. Tune in to learn more about the unique architecture of obelisks and their role in ancient Egyptian culture.

In this episode:

• The Early History of Obelisks
• The benben stone
• The use of Obelisks
• Creating an Obelisk
• Moving an Obelisk

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