Jordan's Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Ms. Lina Annab, said on April 19 that archaeologists in this country discovered a line of royal seal relief of King Ramses III, who ruled ancient Egypt from 1184 to 1153 BC. The type of word is found in Wadi Rum, an area famous for its unique desert landscape and ancient relics.
According to Annab, the discovery opens a new chapter in historical research, affirming Jordan's position as an "open library" with a rich treasure trove of engraved heritage.
The discovery of the ancient Egyptian chu cai here not only contributes to clarifying the history of the region but also provides a new and important perspective on the spread of the ancient Egyptian writing system beyond the territory of this country.
The famous Egyptian scholar, Dr. Zahi Hawass, also appreciated the importance of the discovery. According to him, the engraving includes two key elements: the birth name of Pharaoh Ramses III and his throne name. This helps confirm that Ramses III could have ruled both Upper and Lower Egypt and was one of the last powerful kings of the new dynasty.
Dr Hawass stressed that the discovery of Ramses III in southern Jordan could lead to more in-depth discoveries about the historical relationship between Jordan and ancient Egypt. He said this was clear evidence of the presence and influence of the Nile civilization on the vast Arabian Peninsula in ancient times.
This discovery not only has great archaeological value but also arouses the curiosity of researchers about the trade routes, cultural exchanges and military or political presence of ancient Egypt outside their traditional territory. Subsequent excavations and research in the Wadi Rum area are expected to shed light on this unknown relationship.
