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Why did the Egyptians call their king pharaoh?


Thinking it was disrespectful to speak directly about a god-king, they referred to the palace instead.


Calling such a powerful ruler king was not enough, and the word pharaoh means god-king.


The king wore the Double Crown of Egypt, and the word means "he who rules all."


The Egyptians borrowed the title from the Sumerians.


Sagot :

Answer:

I think second option, "Calling such a powerful ruler king was not enough, and the word pharaoh means god-king."

But I also think first option now, "Thinking it was disrespectful to speak directly about a god-king, they referred to the palace instead."

Explanation:

I just searched it up, and the first time I submitted, I assumed the 1st was the answer but now I'm on the fence since I read a little further. Just know, it's probably one of these two. If I'm wrong, please let me know, thank you.