The Secret Gay History of Ancient Egypt
Homosexuality and Ancient Egypt: A Complicated Relationship.
Ancient Egypt is usually associated with marvelous tombs filled with gold, magnificent structures in the form of the Great Pyramids and the ruling dynasties, and Pharaohs. However, this ancient yet great civilization was similar to many other states today when it comes to homosexuality: it was seen as unnatural and not accepted in society.
While there is much evidence that testifies that homosexuality was not the norm, there are other speculations that its remnants were found even at the highest strata of the social ladder within Ancient Egypt. Even though they are scarce, these clues do not stop historians from gauging the prevalence of homosexuality. From the Holy Books that talk about homosexuality to the potential practice of it by an Egyptian emperor, this is a look at homosexuality in Ancient Egypt.
The Curious Case of Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep
Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep were two men that lived at the time Niuserre was a Pharaoh. They are most notably known for their burial and depiction in a…
