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Amarna Period

The Amarna Period, occurring during the 18th dynasty of ancient Egypt (around 1353–1336 BCE), was marked by significant political and religious change under Pharaoh Akhenaten. He introduced a radical shift from traditional polytheism to the worship of one god, Aten, the sun disc. This period also saw a unique artistic style, emphasizing realism and intimate portrayals of royal life. Akhenaten's reforms disrupted the established priesthood and led to social turmoil. After his death, traditional beliefs were restored, and his successor, Tutankhamun, ultimately abandoned Akhenaten's changes, marking the end of this distinctive and fascinating chapter in Egyptian history.

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    The Amarna period was a unique time in ancient Egyptian history, roughly from 1353 to 1336 BCE, during the reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten. Akhenaten is known for introducing monotheism by worshipping Aten, the sun disk, and moving the capital to a new city called Akhetaten (modern-day Amarna). This shift led to significant changes in art, religion, and society, emphasizing more naturalistic depictions in artwork. The period ended after Akhenaten’s death, and subsequent rulers restored the traditional polytheistic beliefs and moved the capital back, marking a return to established religious practices and artistic styles.