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The video delves into the historical and biblical context surrounding the life of Moses in ancient Egypt, focusing particularly on his adoption by the Egyptian princess Hatshepsut, daughter of Pharaoh Thutmose I. Hatshepsut, who later became a ruler herself, adopted Moses after finding him in the Nile, viewing it as a divine sign. The narrative emphasizes the complex familial relationships within Egyptian royalty, including practices of incest that were also seen among other contemporaneous Semitic peoples. It clarifies that Moses lived during the era of Thutmose III, known for his military successes and significant temple constructions, rather than the more commonly referenced Ramses II. Moses' name, derived from the Egyptian phrase "son of the waters," underscores his connection to the Nile. Despite later efforts to erase Hatshepsut from history, her association with Moses remains a pivotal aspect of his story, illustrating her controversial and influential role in both Egyptian history and biblical accounts.
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In this segment of the video, the narrator discusses the identity of Moses’s adoptive mother, who is believed to be the Egyptian princess Hatshepsut, daughter of Pharaoh Thutmosis I. The video revisits Moses’s story, mentioning how his biological mother placed him in a basket in the Nile River to save him, and how his sister Miriam watched over him. The basket was eventually found by Hatshepsut, who decided to adopt Moses. The segment also provides background on Pharaoh Thutmosis I, highlighting his successful military campaigns and significant construction projects during his reign in the 18th Dynasty of ancient Egypt.
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In this segment of the video, the discussion focuses on the complex familial and marital relationships in ancient Egypt, particularly involving Thutmosis II and various members of Moses’s family. Thutmosis II had multiple wives and concubines, and his involvement with a concubine led to intricate relationships that complicated lineage claims. The practice of incest among royalty, common in ancient Egypt, was compared to similar practices among Semitic peoples, like Abraham’s marriage to his half-sister Sarah. The segment highlights that Moses’s biological mother was his father’s aunt, illustrating the complex interrelations. It also covers the reign and significant influence of Hatshepsut, Moses’s adoptive mother, and her historical role as both Queen and Pharaoh. Moses’s upbringing in the Egyptian palace is noted for the extensive education and knowledge he received. Lastly, the segment recounts the incident where Moses killed an Egyptian taskmaster who was mistreating a slave, leading to differing traditions regarding the victim’s identity.
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In this part of the video, several historical and biblical aspects regarding Moses and the Pharaohs of Egypt are discussed. Contrary to popular belief, Moses did not have a close relationship with Ramses II. Instead, it was Thutmose III who was the Pharaoh during Moses’ time. Thutmose III became Pharaoh after the death of his father, Thutmose II, and initially shared regency with his stepmother, Hatshepsut. He later took full control and led successful military campaigns, including the famous Battle of Megiddo. Thutmose III also made significant contributions to temple construction and renovations in Egypt, notably at the Karnak Temple in Luxor.
The video highlights the age difference between Moses and Thutmose III when Moses returned to Egypt, with Moses being about 80 and the Pharaoh 50 years old. Furthermore, it clarifies that Moses’ adoptive mother, Hatshepsut, who lived until the age of 84, was already deceased by the time Moses returned. Lastly, it recounts Hatshepsut’s interpretation of finding Moses in the Nile River as a divine sign, which led her to raise him as her own.
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In this part of the video, the discussion focuses on the name and historical context of Moses. It explains that in Egyptian, the name Moses means “son of the waters,” reflecting his ties to the Nile River. It is suggested that Moses might have had a longer name that was later shortened. The video also talks about Hatshepsut, the daughter of Thutmose and an Egyptian pharaoh who claimed to be the daughter of a deity. Despite attempts to erase her from history, traces of her association with Moses remain. Hatshepsut’s adoption of Moses, a Semitic slave, and her care for him as her son, highlight her significant and controversial role in both sacred scriptures and Egyptian history.