The Middle Kingdom of Egypt (also known as The Period of Reunification) is the period in the history of ancient Egypt following a period of political division known as the First Intermediate Period.

Oct 4, 2016 · The Middle Kingdom (2040-1782 BCE) is considered ancient Egypt's Classical Age during which it produced some of its greatest works of art and literature. Scholars remain divided on which dynasties constitute...

The Middle Kingdom, also known as the Egyptian Middle Kingdom civilization, is often referred to as a golden age for ancient Egypt. This era, spanning from approximately 2030 to 1650 B.C., was a time of significant accomplishments and cultural developments in Egyptian history.

the turbulent First Intermediate Period. Under the rule of Mentuhotep II, Thebes became the capital of Egypt, and it would remain a major religious and political center throughout much of Ancient Egyptian history. He became the first King of the Middle Kingdom. He became King after his father Intef III was on the throne.

The Middle Kingdom, also known as the Period of Reunification, is a period in the history of Ancient Egypt stretching from the end of the Eleventh Dynasty to the end of the Twelfth Dynasty, roughly between 2000-1700 BCE.

It was first established as a capital during the Middle Kingdom, but this was a turbulent time in Egyptian history, and Thebes would not become the permanent capital of ancient Egyptian civilization until the Hyksos were expelled and the New Kingdom began.

Mar 14, 2018 · Running from the end of the first intermediate period to the start of the second, the Middle Kingdom lasted from about 2055-1650 B.C. It was composed of part of the 11th Dynasty, the 12th Dynasty, and current scholars add the first half of the 13th Dynasty.

May 16, 2024 · For the ancient Egyptians, the Middle Kingdom (c. 2000-1700 BC) was a classical period of art, history and literature. The Twelfth Dynasty was one of the strongest ever to rule on the banks of...

The Middle Kingdom has been labeled by historians as a the Golden Age due to the economic, social and political stability of the time period. Trading, arts and literature all flourished in the Middle Kingdom.

The Eleventh Dynasty of Egypt, also known as the Middle Kingdom, lasted from around 2134 to 1991 BC, following the turbulent First Intermediate Period. This era witnessed the reunification of Egypt under the rule of Mentuhotep II, who hailed from Thebes.