Glossary


Ankes-an-pa-atenThe daughter of Akenaten, later married to Tutankhamun, her brother or uncle.
AnubisThe god of the afterlife. As Anubis weighs the deceased's heart against a feather, he determines whether the person will have eternal life, or if the heart will be thrown to the Devourer of the Dead.
Deir el-BahriThe name of the village where the artisans who built Queen Hatshepsut's tomb lived.
hypostyle hallSome Egyptian dwellings, such as noblemen's houses or temples, contained a Hypostyle Hall, a room near the entrance with many columns and high ceilings.
KemetWhat the Ancient Egyptians called their land.
PharaohThe official title of the King of Egypt.
pitchA chemical used in the embalming process.
Red SandThe Ancient Egyptians referred to the desert as the "Red Sand," whereas the fertile land they lived on was called the "Black Sand."
sanctuaryTemples to the Gods contained a Sanctuary which was generally a small, dark, room with a statue representing the god of the temple.
TutankhamunA pharaoh of Egypt during the 18th dynasty. The pharaoh during the time the story takes place.
votive tabletAn inscribed stone tablet used to offer prayers to the gods. They have ears carved on them to make sure the gods help hear their prayers