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About the Course

Colossal pyramids, imposing temples, golden treasures, enigmatic hieroglyphs, powerful pharaohs, strange gods, and mysterious mummies are features of Ancient Egyptian culture that have fascinated people over the millennia. The Bible refers to its gods, rulers, and pyramids. Neighboring cultures in the ancient Near East and Mediterranean wrote about its god-like kings and its seemingly endless supply of gold. The Greeks and Romans describe aspects of Egypt's culture and history. As the 19th century began, the Napoleonic campaign in Egypt highlighted the wonders of this ancient land, and public interest soared. Not long after, Champollion deciphered Egypt's hieroglyphs and paved the way for other scholars to reveal that Egyptian texts dealt with medicine, dentistry, veterinary practices, mathematics, literature, and accounting, and many other topics. Then, early in the 20th century, Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun and its fabulous contents. Exhibitions of this treasure a few decades later resulted in the world's first blockbuster, and its revival in the 21st century has kept interest alive. Join Dr. David Silverman, Professor of Egyptology at Penn, Curator in Charge of the Egyptian Section of the Penn Museum, and curator of the Tutankhamun exhibitions on a guided tour of the mysteries and wonders of this ancient land. He has developed this online course and set it in the galleries of the world famous Penn Museum. He uses many original Egyptian artifacts to illustrate his lectures as he guides students as they make their own discovery of this fascinating culture....

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Oct 6, 2022

This was an excellent course in the history of ancient Egypt. I have always been fascinated by their culture & this course taught me many things that i was not aware of. I really enjoyed this course.

AR

May 20, 2023

The course was very interactive and offers a tons of activities. The teacher was very nice and the teaching was very easy to understand. The assignments were a bit challenging but very interesting.

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By Devi D

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Jun 11, 2020

Thank you so much for the wonderful lessons, sir.

Definitely a great course whoever craves to learn about Egypt

By Alice W

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May 21, 2020

A brilliant, concise and fascinating mix of history, archeology and ideas beautifully presented by Dr Silverman

By Svetlana I

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Apr 3, 2020

Great basic course for those who want a brief introduction to the world of Ancient Egypt. enjoyed it very much!

By Bruna F

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May 28, 2020

It was really a fun and interesting time to participate in this course! Absolutely loved it! Thank you to all!

By Aiman N

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Apr 10, 2020

It was a very well researched course. Excellent faculty and resources were used during the duration of course.

By Michelle B

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Jun 4, 2020

I enjoyed the course. I think it was a really good introductory overviiew of this very dynamic civilization.

By Camilo J H

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Feb 1, 2017

Great course, the material was very good. I didn't get a chance to check the book recommended for the course.

By GERALD J K

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Oct 20, 2022

Interesting. Slides were useful. Textbook was very well done & i will appreciate having it in my libray.

By Louisa H

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Apr 14, 2020

I really enjoyed the course, there was a variety of topics covered and viewpoints on those different topics.

By smisha

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May 21, 2020

Dr Silverman rekindled my love for egyptology. The visual demonstrations and the lectures were captivating.

By Ana P C R

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May 31, 2019

Un curso fascinante,interesante y muy bien presentado para todos los amantes del Antiguo Egipto.Me encantó

By Julia C

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Jun 14, 2017

I loved this course. It was taught with enthusiasm and there were lots of illustrative examples of objects

By Tiara R

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Aug 4, 2020

Excellent course. The course textbook is referred to as a reference for several egyptology publications.

By Lillianne d H G

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Apr 25, 2019

An interesting course very well organised and led by professor David P. Silverman. I highly recommend it.

By Elizabeth C

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Sep 27, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed this excellent course. I am now very keen to continue learning about Ancient Egypt.

By Martha s

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Apr 20, 2020

Me pareció sumamente interesante el curso, es increíble toda la cultura que tenían en el Egipto Antiguo!

By Wallyn D d J S

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Mar 22, 2020

Muito completo, dá uma boa noção sobre diversos aspectos do Antigo Egito. Agradeço por todo o conteúdo.

By Abigail C

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Sep 27, 2020

Fantastic course, I learned a lot and am very grateful to be able to expand my knowledge in this area.

By Rodolfo A

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Aug 18, 2020

Excelente curso online, da una muy buena base para seguir aprendiendo mas sobre esta gran civilización

By Rummenigge S d N

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Dec 11, 2016

Dr. David Silverman is just great. I learned much about Ancient Egypt, even in an introductory course.

By Deleted A

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Jan 28, 2018

COURS INTERRESSANT , CONSTRUCTIF, AGREABLE A SUIVRE .

MERCI A MONSIEUR LE PROFESSEUR david SILVERMAN

By Francis C

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Jul 21, 2017

Very lively and documented course.

English slow enough for good understanding by foreigners.

Enjoyable.

By irem y

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Jul 20, 2017

ı really like the course and the professor Silverman. ı learnt a lot from him. thanks for everything.

By Justine B

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Feb 14, 2021

An absolutely fascinating exploration into numerous aspects that made up the ancient world of Egypt!

By Jen A

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Aug 21, 2020

Great intro - was able to complete quickly due to easily accessible and interesting subject matter!