The Great Pyramid of Giza :: Ancient Egypt Egyptian History

The Great Pyramid of Giza The pyramids of Ancient Egypt are as fascinating and intriguing, as they are breathtaking. Egyptologists and historians defecate long debated the question of who built the pyramids, and for what reason. There are many different and often conflicting theories in regard to the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza. When twist back the pages of history, it is discovered that a number of theories have been developed to explain the presence of such a significant historical landmark. Theories vary from a grave for a king, to a special chemical factory, a beacon for extraterrestrial aircrafts, a stone form of the Bible, a possible way to contact a Higher Being and a stone announcement of the second coming of Christ... (Schillings, M. 1999 Sheet 1). Such examples of varying controversial theories have sparked a number of speculations to the brain-teaser of the Great Pyramid of Giza. According to traditional Egyptology, the Great Pyramid of Giza was built by Egyptian pharaoh Khufu during the Fourth Dynasty around ...the year 2560 BCE... (Schillings, M. 1999 Sheet 1). It has been suggested that the Egyptian refinement succeeded in establishing a complex and organised work force of people to create and build an astonishing burial tomb for the pharaoh in aid of his locomote to the afterlife. However, contrary to this suggestion, one must ask why the modern Egyptians continue to rely on traditional beliefs and attitudes to explain the presence of the Great Pyramid of Giza. Could this be the prefect example of nationalistic views? It could be argued that as a result of the continual spread of Egyptian hearsay, the Egyptians obtained the understanding that the entire civilisation - past and present - is in some manner superior in status to that of the average mortal man. Undoubtedly, in modern times, the world has gained an increased awareness of the uncertainties that surround investigations into such a distant past. in spite of sever al emerging historical puzzles and conclusions, modern Egyptians continue to adhere to the theory presented by traditional Egyptology. The sheer size, the huge proportions and the amazing geographical positioning of the pyramid have greatly contributed to the rise of uncertainty as to its origin and purpose. The construction of the pyramid was no mean feat, regardless of the creator. Considering the fact that the pyramid is ...thirty times larger than the Empire State Building.