Ramses the Great: Egypt's Most Powerful Pharaoh — Fexingo History

Ramses II, often called Ramses the Great, ruled Egypt for 66 years during the 19th Dynasty, a period of unprecedented wealth, monumental construction, and military expansion. From his early campaigns against the Hittites at the Battle of Kadesh—the largest chariot battle in history—to the signing of the first known peace treaty, Ramses shaped the ancient Near East. This podcast explores the man behind the monuments: his 200-plus children, his beloved queen Nefertari, and his colossal building projects from Abu Simbel to the Ramesseum. Lucas and Luna unravel the propaganda of temple inscriptions, the controversies of his reign (did he really win at Kadesh?), and the daily life of Egyptian society under a pharaoh who proclaimed himself a god. They examine the decline that followed his death, the looting of his tomb, and his mummy's journey to a museum in Cairo. Why does Ramses still captivate us? Because his story is one of power, art, and the human drive for immortality—a legacy carved

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  Episode #205

  Ramses II's Nubian Temples: Carving Power in Stone

  Aug 19, 20268 minS5

  In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the colossal rock-cut temples Ramses II carved into the cliffs of Nubia, from the towering Great Temple at Abu Simbel to the smaller but equally significant speos at Beit el-Wali and Gerf Hussein. They discuss how these monuments were not just displays of royal ego but strategic tools of empire—asserting pharaonic presence, intimidating local populations, and aligning Ramses with the gods Amun-Re, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah. The conversation covers the rediscovery of Abu Simbel by Giovanni Belzoni, the extraordinary UNESCO salvage operation that moved the temples piece by piece in the 1960s, and the ongoing debate over how these structures were perceived by the Nubian people themselves—whether as symbols of domination or centers of worship. Lucas also shares the story of Setau, the Viceroy of Kush who oversaw much of the building, and reads from the inscriptions that boast of Ramses' 'strong arm' and his role as 'lord of the two lands.' The episode closes with a reflection on how the temples' relocation, while saving them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser, also severed them from their original sacred landscape. #RamsesII #AbuSimbel #Nubia #AncientEgypt #Kush #Temples #UNESCO #Belzoni #GiovanniBelzoni #Setau #ViceroyofKush #AmunRe #RaHorakhty #Ptah #LakeNasser #RockCutTemples #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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  Episode #204

  Ramses the Great at Kadesh: Exposing the Propaganda

  Aug 18, 20268 minS5

  In 1274 BCE, Ramses II faced the Hittite army at Kadesh and almost lost everything. But the record he left behind tells a different story — one of a pharaoh who personally rallied his troops and claimed a victory that historians now see as a carefully crafted myth. Join Lucas and Luna as they peel back the layers of the Kadesh inscriptions, from the Battle of Kadesh to the Poem of Pentaur and the Bulletin, to uncover what really happened on the Orontes. We'll explore the Egyptian and Hittite accounts, the role of the Ne'arin, the controversial treaty that followed, and how Ramses' version of events shaped his legacy for millennia. This episode goes beyond the heroics to ask: what does it mean when a king's greatest triumph is also his greatest fabrication? #RamsesII #BattleOfKadesh #Hittites #AncientEgypt #Kadesh #Pentaur #Ne'arin #Orontes #HattusiliIII #EgyptianHistory #Propaganda #MilitaryHistory #BronzeAge #NorthAfrica #Kemet #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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  Episode #203

  Ramses' Great Sphinx at Giza: The Monument That Remade Egypt

  Aug 17, 202610 minS5

  In this episode of Ramses the Great: Egypt's Most Powerful Pharaoh, Lucas and Luna explore Ramses II's transformative renovation of the Great Sphinx at Giza. They uncover how the pharaoh's builders restored the ancient monument, added a new beard and headdress, and inscribed a dream stela between its paws. Along the way, they discuss the Sphinx's original construction under Khafre, the mystery of its missing nose, and the surprising evidence linking it to Ramses' son Khaemwaset, who led restoration efforts. The conversation also touches on the significance of the Sphinx in Egyptian religion, the solar worship revived by Ramses, and how these renovations helped legitimize his rule. Tune in for a fresh look at one of the world's most iconic structures and the pharaoh who gave it new life. #GreatSphinx #Giza #RamsesII #Khaemwaset #Egyptology #AncientEgypt #Restoration #Khafre #Horus #Kemet #Pharaoh #NorthAfrica #Archaeology #History #FexingoHistory #Monuments #NewKingdom #SolarCult Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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  Episode #202

  Ramses the Great and the Battle of Dapur: A Second Kadesh?

  Aug 16, 20268 minS5

  Ramses the Great is famous for Kadesh, but what about his lesser-known Syrian campaign and the siege of Dapur? In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the military might of Egypt's most celebrated pharaoh beyond the famous chariot charge. They discuss the strategic importance of Amurru, the defection of Benteshina, the use of the 'Sons of Ramses' as elite troops, and the dramatic siege depicted on the walls of the Ramesseum. They also consider the Hittite perspective, the role of the Sherden mercenaries, and how Ramses' propaganda machine turned a near-defeat at Kadesh into a triumph, shaping his legacy as a warrior king. Join them for a deep dive into a lesser-known chapter of Ramesside military history. #RamsesII #BattleOfDapur #AncientEgypt #Hittites #Amurru #Kadesh #Ramesseum #Sherden #MilitaryHistory #Syria #Pharaoh #Benteshina #SonsOfRamses #SiegeWarfare #NewKingdom #Egyptology #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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  Episode #201

  Ramses the Great and the Hittite Peace: The Battle of Kadesh and Its Aftermath

  Aug 15, 202612 minS5

  In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Battle of Kadesh, the largest chariot battle ever fought, and how Ramses II turned a near-disaster into a propaganda triumph. They examine the strategies, the challenges from the Hittite king Muwatalli II, and the controversial outcome that led to the first recorded peace treaty in history. The episode unravels the layers of the Kadesh inscriptions—where the pharaoh's claims clash with Hittite records—and considers how Ramses used the 'victory' to solidify his divine image. The conversation also touches on the daily realities of the Egyptian soldier, the role of the Ne'arin troops who saved the day, and the long-term consequences that reshaped the Near East. Listeners will gain a nuanced view of one of antiquity's most iconic conflicts and its legacy in diplomacy. #RamsesII #BattleOfKadesh #Hittites #MuwatalliII #ChariotWarfare #AncientEgypt #BronzeAge #KadeshInscriptions #PeaceTreaty #Ne'arin #AmunRe #Hatti #Kemet #Pharaoh #History #FexingoHistory #AncientNearEast #MilitaryHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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