Akhenaten and the City of the Horizon

This chapter explores Akhenaten's creation of Akhetaten, a city dedicated to the god Aten, highlighting his unwavering commitment to divine inspiration over external advice. The discussion also examines Philip Glass's opera 'Akhenaten,' emphasizing its historical accuracy and innovative language use that connects contemporary audiences with ancient narratives. By comparing themes and musical connections between Akhenaten's hymn and biblical texts, the chapter illustrates the intertwining of ancient Egyptian and Hebrew cultural practices.