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A Great Hoax in the Great Pyramid of Egypt?

March 9, 2024

Nestled within the lofty chambers of the Great Pyramid of Egypt, a series of quarry marks and red ochre graffiti bear a significant inscription: the name of King Khufu.

This inscription serves as a crucial piece of evidence for Egyptologists and numerous independent researchers, pinpointing the construction of the Great Pyramid to the 4th Dynasty of the Old Kingdom.

What's striking is the abundance of these inscriptions. Khufu's name isn't merely etched once; rather, it appears in 12 to 15 distinct instances within the relieving chambers, showcasing various linguistic variants.

Initially unearthed by Howard Vyse and John Shae Perring during the early 19th century, these inscriptions provided the pivotal timestamp needed to contextualize this mysterious edifice.

Indeed, the Great Pyramid stands as a testament to Khufu's reign; his name adorns its walls extensively.

Despite this, the age of the internet has bred skepticism around this dating evidence. Many contest the authenticity of the graffiti, alleging it to be a fabrication orchestrated by Howard Vyse in the 1830s.

But why does this skepticism persist? What corroborating evidence exists, and how does it fare under scrutiny?

In this video, we delve deep into the intricacies of the Khufu cartouche graffiti. By the conclusion, you'll gain insights into whether this inscription truly constitutes robust evidence for dating the Great Pyramid to King Khufu's era.

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