You're Dead to Me cover image

You're Dead to Me

Ramesses the Great (Radio Edit)

Mar 15, 2024
Discover the fascinating life of Ramesses the Great, the iconic Egyptian pharaoh, through his military campaigns, temple constructions, and enduring legacy. Explore his deification, family mysteries, and the intriguing circumstances of his death and mummification. Unveil the discovery of a magnificent tomb in 1881 filled with royal coffins, including that of Ramesses II. Learn about the unique burial practices of Egyptian royals, economic challenges of the era, and the symbolic significance of Rameses' monumental statues.
29:50

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Ramesses the Great built grand statues and temples to symbolize his power and divinity.
  • Ramesses engaged in military campaigns and strategic marriages to secure his rule.

Deep dives

Ramesses the Great: The Pharaonic Expansion and Military Ambitions

Ramesses the Great, a Pharaoh of the 19th dynasty ruling from around 1279 to 1213 BCE, showcased a grandiose approach in his reign. With a desire to outdo his predecessors, he engaged in military campaigns, notably the Battle of Kadesh against the Hittites, which he glorified as a personal triumph, although historical accounts suggest otherwise.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode