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“The study of the wisdom teachings should be a continuous process in which the teachings become the predominant factor of life.”  — an Ancient Egyptian Proverb

Welcome to a major source of wisdom derived from the Ancient Egyptian civilization. You will be surprised to see how modern civilization rests firmly on the shoulders of Ancient Egypt.

 

This website features two main avenues of learning, in over 10 languages.

  1. A trove of free articles written by Moustafa Gadalla. See the Articles link in the menu.
  2. Links to a companion website where numerous books by Moustafa Gadalla can be purchased. There are versions in several languages. See the Our Books link in the menu above.

 
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Egyptian Architecture

Function and form, ancient geometry, etc. You can find out more in an excerpt from our book Ancient Egyptian Architecture. And you’re welcome to leave a question below.
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Sacred Geometry

To the Ancient Egyptians, geometry was the means by which humanity could understand the mysteries of the divine order. You can learn more in our article. You can learn even more in our book, The Ancient Egyptian Metaphysical Architecture.

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The Function/Objective of the Temple

Ancient Egyptian temples were splendid architectural achievements. But did you know that their purpose was different from that of more modern religious edifices? For instance, those temples were not places of public worship. Instead they were reserved for the King or his designated substitute.

You can find out more in an excerpt from our book Ancient Egyptian Architecture. And you’re welcome to leave a question as a topic or post.

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The Harmonic Design Parameters

Harmonic design in Ancient Egyptian architecture was achieved through a unification of two systems:
1. Arithmetic (significant numbers).
2. Graphic (square, rectangles, and a few triangles).

You can learn more about these systems in our article on this subject...and even more in our book, Ancient Egyptian Architecture.

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The Cosmic Proportion of the Human Figure

Ancient Egyptians used mathematical and graphical representations to assert that the human figure reflected cosmic relationships. You can learn more about these relationships in our article on this subject...and even more in our book, Ancient Egyptian Architecture.

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The Metaphysical Funnel Conduit Design

The Ancient Egyptians constructed elaborate temples and other buildings using a sophisticated design principle that was intended to connect worthy entrants with the metaphysical world. You can learn more about these relationships in our article on this subject...and even more in our book, Ancient Egyptian Architecture.

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Energy Flow and Connectivity in Egyptian Works

In order to ensure the function of a temple, a statue, etc. as a living organism, its components must be connected so that the cosmic energy can flow through unimpeded. Learn more about this subject in our article...and even more in our book, Ancient Egyptian Architecture.

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“False Doors”—The Physical Metaphysical Threshold

The “false door” is basically a form of recessed wall with stone sockets similar in details to a regular door/window that is able to open and shut. You can learn more about these mysterious constructs in our article on this subject...and even more in our book, Ancient Egyptian Architecture.

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Squaring the Circle

“Squaring the circle” for the Ancient Egyptians represented the realization of creation—the transformation process of the concept of creation into its actual manifestation. You can learn more about this process in our article on this subject...and even more in our book, Ancient Egyptian Architecture.

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Stylistic Ornamentation and Decoration

You can learn about many of the ornate design elements in our article on this subject...and even more in our book, Ancient Egyptian Architecture.

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Pyramid Power

One feels the power of these Egyptian pyramids when inside or outside them because their configurations are harmonically proportioned. Learn more about these powerful proportions in our article on this subject...and even more in our book, Ancient Egyptian Architecture.

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The Flawed “Common Construction Theory” of The Pyramids

Here we debunk the "common construction theory" of the pyramids. See our argument in our article on this subject...and even more in our book, Ancient Egyptian Architecture.

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The Synthetic Concrete Blocks of The Pyramids

The facts show that Egyptian pyramid blocks were high-quality, man-made limestone concrete, not quarried natural stone. You can learn more about these relationships in our article on this subject...and even more in our book, Ancient Egyptian Architecture.

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