The Gebel Barkal Stela of Thutmose III (2.2B)(3,999 words)
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Hoffmeier, James K., “The Gebel Barkal Stela of Thutmose III (2.2B)”, in: Context of Scripture Online, Editor in Chief: W. Hallo. Consulted online on 26 April 2018 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/2211-436X_cos_aCOSB_2_2B>▲ Back to top ▲
Commentary
Found in the temple built by Thutmose III at Gebel Barkal in the Fourth Cataract region, this stela offers an overview of Pharaoh’s military accomplishments and hunting heroics. While much of what is reported on the stela is recorded in the Annals, it does, nevertheless, provide important supplemental information…