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Ka, also (alternatively) Sekhen, was a Predynastic pharaoh of Upper Egypt belonging to Dynasty 0. He probably reigned during the first half of the 32nd century BC . The length of his reign is unknown.
- Chambers B7, B9, Umm el-Qa'ab
- 32nd century BC
The ka statue, here that of pharaoh Hor, provided a physical place for the ka to manifest. A ka statue is a type of ancient Egyptian statue intended to provide a resting place for the ka (life-force or spirit) of the person after death.
Ka, in ancient Egyptian religion, with the ba and the akh, a principal aspect of the soul of a human being or of a god. The exact significance of the ka remains a matter of controversy, chiefly for lack of an Egyptian definition; the usual translation, “double,” is incorrect.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Dec 2, 2023 · Egyptian mythology, rich with gods, pharaohs, and mystical beliefs, offers a unique glimpse into ancient Egyptian culture, captivating the world for millennia. At its core lies the ‘Ka’ concept, transcending definition and embodying life’s essence.
Ka was the double of the body and the life force of the pharaoh. It was the essence of the person that lived on after death and was connected with the god Horus. Learn how Ka was created, protected, and associated with the afterlife of the pharaoh and other Egyptians.
Ka, also Sekhem Ka, was a predynastic pharaoh of Upper Egypt. He ruled over Abydos in the late 32nd or early 31st century BC and was buried at Umm el-Qa'ab. He most likely was the immediate successor to Iry-Hor and was succeeded by Narmer. He is the earliest known Egyptian king with a serekh, inscribed on a number of artefacts.
Apr 15, 2024 · Ka is one of the best attested predynastic kings with Narmer and Scorpion II. Beyond Abydos, he is attested in the predynastic necropolis of Adaima in Upper Egypt [10] and in the north in Tarkhan, Helwan, Tell Ibrahim Awad, Tell el-Farkha (Eastern Nile Delta), Wadi Tumilat and as far north as Tel Lod in the Southern Levant. [11]
