Socials+Studies;+Pharaoh

__**Taylor Hughes**__ __**April, 12, 2012**__ __**Social Studies; Pharaoh**__

Why was the Pharaoh so important to the Egyptian? Because he was thought of as the Father of Egypt. he protected, fed, and directed the citizens to create a flourishing enviroment.

The Pharaoh was in charge of saving food such as rice in case of hard times. Half of the rice was collected from farmers, so if one year the nile doesn't flood and water the crops, the Egyptians would still have food to survive. The Pharaoh was also in charge of the irrigation. Building a system that holds water so all year the Egyptians would have water and not just during the flood.

Many Pharaohs also went into battle to protect their city.

The Pharaoh had the ability to exicute people. If a citizen happen to misbehave or fails to follow the law, the Pharaoh would banish her/him.

Egyptians considered the Pharaoh as the child of Ra the sun god. Being like a god, the Pharaoh was highly respected by all. The Pharaoh spent most of his time praying to the gods for fortune towards Egypt and his people.

To show his power on the outside, the Pharaoh carried and wore symbolic items. Septor, fake beard and red and white crown where some of these items.

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