How did the beliefs help the king maintain order in his kingdom? Select two.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking how the beliefs of ancient Egyptians regarding their king helped to maintain order in the kingdom. It requires selecting two beliefs among the provided options that support this idea.
Answer
Authority of a god, fear of bringing Isfet.
The beliefs helped the king maintain order because people believed he had the authority of a god, making them less likely to rebel, and they feared rebelling could bring Isfet, the opposite of Maat.
Answer for screen readers
The beliefs helped the king maintain order because people believed he had the authority of a god, making them less likely to rebel, and they feared rebelling could bring Isfet, the opposite of Maat.
More Information
Believing the king was god-like reinforced the social hierarchy and discouraged rebellion. The concept of Maat represented order, truth, and justice, which the king maintained, while fear of Isfet represented chaos.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming military power was the primary reason for order; belief systems often had a significant role.
Sources
- Ancient Egyptian religion - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Sacred kingship - Cosmic Power, Order, Control | Britannica - britannica.com
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