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3.54 Greek Rule in Egypt: The Library at Alexandria Pt. 2 and Ptolemy the 2nd Nov 15, 2018

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In this episode, I finish the history of the Library at Alexandria, covering it until it disappears from history sometime before the turn of the 4th century AD. I also restart on the history of the Greek rulers of Egypt, discussing the history of Ptolemy the 2nd Philadelphus. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.53 Greek Rule in Egypt: The Library at Alexandria and Euclid Nov 08, 2018

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In this episode, I cover the father of Geometry, Euclid, who lived in Alexandria while Ptolemy the 1st ruled. I also discuss the first half of the history of the legendary Library at Alexandria. It was here that the circumference of the Earth was calculated, Archimedes invented his water pumping screw, and alphabetical order was first used. And so much more. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.52 Greek Rule in Egypt: Alexander and Ptolemy Nov 01, 2018

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In this episode, I cover the period when Alexander expanded the Greek kingdom to its largest extent, from Europe to North Africa, and as far east as parts of India. And then, quite unexpectedly and at the young age of 32, he died. And without a clear heir. The formerly great kingdom was plunged into civil war. I wrap up with the history of Ptolemy, the first post-Alexander ruler of Greek Egypt. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.51 The 3rd Intermediate Period Part 9: Alexander the Great takes over Egypt Oct 25, 2018

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In this episode, I cover the defeat of the Persians by the Macedonians, led by Alexander the Great. At the time, Persia was ruled by Darius the 3rd. The Persians and the Greeks would fight several great battles. I cover several of these, including the Battle at Gaza, which would give the Greeks control of Egypt. Alexander would journey to the African nation, initiate the building of Alexandria, the return to defeat Darius and take control of the whole Persian Empire. After listening, let me know what you think

3.50 The 3rd Intermediate Period Part 8: Egypt Ruled by Persia Part 3 Oct 18, 2018

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In this episode, I continue to work my way through the period when Egypt was ruled by the Persians, then were briefly independent, only to be subjugated by the Persians again. This period included many conflicts with the Persians, and two different native Pharaohs who would flee their own country. One escaping to his sworn enemy, the Persians, and the other to Nubia. Overall, this episode covers Egypt between the years 361 and 338 BC. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.49 The 3rd Intermediate Period Part 7: Egypt Ruled by Persia Part 2 Oct 11, 2018

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In this episode, I continue to work my way through the period when Egypt was ruled by the Persians. Beginning at the end of Artaxerxes’s reign with his successor Xerxes the 2nd, through a progression of short-lived rulers. Egypt would gain independence under Pharaoh Amyrtaeus, the only ruler of the 28th Dynasty. He was succeeded by Nepherites of the 29th Dynasty who would continue to battle the Persians for Egyptian independence. I continue through the reign of Pharaoh Nectanebo. Overall, this episode covers Egypt between the years 425 and 362 BC. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.48 The 3rd Intermediate Period Part 6: Egypt Ruled by Persia Oct 04, 2018

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In this episode, I work my way through the period when Egypt was ruled by the Persians. Beginning at the end of Darius’s reign, through Xerxes, including a summary of the war with Greece, the assassination of Xerxes, and through the end of Artaxerxes rule. I also cover what is known about the satrap’s who governed Egypt and the internal rebellions in that ancient kingdom. The episode covers the history of the country between the years of 487 and 424 BC. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.47 The 3rd Intermediate Period Part 5: The 26th and 27th Dynasties Sep 27, 2018

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In this episode, I finish the history of the 26th Dynasty, the last native rulers for a bit. I then start on the reign of the Persians, which are considered the 27th Dynasty. Both of these factor into the history found in the Old Testament. And, the episode covers the history of the country between the years of 595 and 486 BC. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.46 The 3rd Intermediate Period Part 4: The 25th and 26th Dynasties Sep 20, 2018

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In this episode, I wrap up the 25th and make significant progress through the 26th Dynasties of the 3rd Intermediate Period. And, in the transition from the 25th to 26th, I have to backtrack, so the episode covers ancient Egypt between 664 to 589 BC. During this period, power shifted back from Nubia to the Delta region. Interactions with the Assyrians, Judeans, and Babylonians were frequent, and one of the Pharaohs, Necho the 2nd, merited several mentions in the Old Testament. It’s even written that God spoke through him. Listen to learn how all of this unfolded. After listening, let me know what you think.

3.45 The 3rd Intermediate Period Part 3: The 23rd, 24th, and 25th Dynasties Sep 13, 2018

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In this episode, I make my way through the 23rd, 24th, and partially through the 25th Dynasties of the 3rd Intermediate Period. Essentially ancient Egypt from 837 to 664 BC. During this period, power shifted from the northern region to Nubia, but not before a few competing rulers would try to seize the whole land. The Assyrians were the rising power in the northeast, and Egypt’s clashes with the Assyrians were recorded not only in Egypt, but also in the books of 2nd Kings and Isaiah, as well as Greek records. Listen to learn how all of this unfolded. After listening, let me know what you think.

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