1. Ancient Egypt

2. Religion Economy Culture Intellectual Political Environment Society

3. Religion Polytheistic; 700 gods & goddess Mummification for the afterlife Economy Trade, farming, artisans/craftsmen, scribe, merchants (businessmen) Division of labor Culture Art, architecture, linen clothing, makeup, wigs, and jewelry. Intellectual Build pyramids and other monuments; mathematics = geometry Invented paper, use of horse drawn chariots and bronze tools Astronomy, medical books, early medicines and surgery Political Divine kingship, pharaoh had absolute power, viziers & other govt. officials, became an empire during New Kingdom. Environment Nile River – “Egypt is the gift of the Nile” Nile Delta – most fertile area Desert = hot and dry Society King. Nobles & priests. Merchants, craftsmen, & scribes. Farmers & unskilled workers. Slaves.