King Thutmose IV

King Thutmose IV

Roi Thoutmosis IV

Il était le grand-père d'Akhenaton. Il a régné pendant 8 ou 9 ans. est probablement le plus célèbre pour sa " Stèle de rêve, qui se trouve encore aujourd'hui entre les pattes du grand Sphinx à Gizeh.

Les rêves étaient importants dans l'Égypte ancienne et étaient considérés comme des prédictions divines de l'avenir. Dans la "Stèle de rêve" de Thoutmosis IV, il nous raconte que, alors qu'il était en voyage de chasse, il s'est endormi à l'ombre du Sphinx. Re-Harakhte, le dieu soleil incarné dans le Sphinx, vint à lui dans un rêve et lui promit que s'il déblayait le sable qui recouvrait le sphinx, Thoutmosis deviendrait roi de la haute et de la basse Égypte.

Nous savons que Thoutmosis IV était probablement marié à Mutemwiya, cependant, même si le roi est connu comme le "conquérant de la Syrie".  Thoutmosis IV a terminé un obélisque colossal d'environ 32 mètres, c'était le plus haut obélisque égyptien que nous connaissions et était uniquement destiné à se tenir comme un seul obélisque au temple de Karnak. La plupart de ses œuvres ont été ajoutées aux temples de son père et de son grand-père.

Son bâtiment le mieux attesté que nous devons connaître aujourd'hui est sa propre tombe, Kv. 43, situé dans la Vallée des Rois et découvert par Howard Carter. Cependant, sa momie avait disparu de sa tombe, mais elle a été retrouvée cinq ans plus tôt dans une cache de momies située dans la tombe d'Amenhotep II.

Il est arrivé sur l'Euphrate et a mené au moins 17 expéditions militaires en Palestine et en Syrie. Pendant son règne, l'Égypte a atteint sa plus grande étendue, englobant des dominions en Syrie, en Canaan, au Sinaï et dans toute la Nubie, ainsi que des relations commerciales productives avec les royaumes voisins.

Peut-être mieux connus sont les belles tombes privées construites par ses nobles sur la Rive ouest à Louxor (ancienne Thèbes) dans une zone communément appelée les Tombes des Nobles.

Je vous conseillerais de voyager en Égypte et de voir sous vos yeux la grandeur des anciens Égyptiens comme le montrent leurs monuments, tombes, pyramides,etc.

Related Tours

Cairo, Nile Cruise and the Oasis Tour

Visit Cairo, the Nile Cruise, the Oasis Tours, the Giza Pyramids, and the grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), and explore Luxor and Aswan for three nights as part of the best Egypt travel packages. Then, experience the adventure of an Egypt desert safari tour to the Bahariya Oasis and the White Desert.

13 Days / 12 Nights Start From $1430

Budget Sound and Light Show in Giza Pyramids

Enjoy the lowest prices with Cairo Top Tours by booking this affordable sound and light show at the Pyramids of Giza to learn all the information you need to know about the history of Ancient Egypt. Book our private guided sound and light show at the Pyramids of Giza now!

4 Hours Start From $49

7 Days Cairo, Luxor and Aswan holiday package

Experience the rich history of ancient Egypt on a tour with the top travel package available. Begin by exploring the captivating Cairo attractions, including the renowned Giza Pyramids, before heading to Luxor and Aswan. Don't miss out on visiting the impressive step pyramid at Saqqara, believed to be the oldest stone structure in existence, designed by the skilled architect and vizier of King Djoser.and enjoy visiting new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

7 Days Start From $1210

Egypt Tours FAQ

During his reign, Thutmose III formed one of the oldest empires in history. Egypt's borders stretched to the Euphrates River and Syria in the east, Libya in the west, the coasts of Phoenicia and Cyprus in the north, and to the sources of the Nile in the south, reaching as far as the fourth waterfall, or the fourth Gand

King Thutmose IV played a significant role in ancient Egyptian society during the New Kingdom period (c. 1400–1300 BCE). Here are some key aspects of his role and contributions:

Pharaoh: Thutmose IV served as the Pharaoh of Egypt, the highest political and religious authority in the kingdom. As Pharaoh, he was responsible for maintaining order, administering justice, and overseeing the administration of the state.

Military Leader: Like many Pharaohs of his time, Thutmose IV was a military leader. He led campaigns to protect Egypt's borders and expand its territory. Notably, he is known for his military successes in Nubia and the Levant.

Building Projects: Thutmose IV initiated several building projects during his reign. One of his most famous accomplishments is the restoration of the Great Sphinx of Giza, which had become buried in sand over the centuries. He erected an inscribed stela (known as the Dream Stele) between the paws of the Sphinx, recounting a dream he had that led to the Sphinx's excavation.

Religious Role: As Pharaoh, Thutmose IV also had important religious duties. He was seen as the intermediary between the gods and the people, responsible for maintaining the cults of various deities and ensuring the well-being of Egypt through religious rituals.

Cultural Contributions: Thutmose IV's reign contributed to the cultural and artistic flourishing of the New Kingdom. He commissioned sculptures, monuments, and temples, reflecting the grandeur of Egyptian art and architecture during this period.

Foreign Relations: Thutmose IV engaged in diplomatic relations with neighboring states, maintaining alliances, and securing favorable trade agreements. This helped ensure Egypt's stability and prosperity.

Legacy: Thutmose IV is remembered for his role in restoring the Great Sphinx, which remains an iconic symbol of ancient Egypt. His reign is also associated with the development of religious and military traditions that persisted in Egypt for centuries.

Egypt Tours FAQ
Egypt Tours FAQ

Cairo Top Tours Partners

Check out our partners

whatsapp-icon