In ancient Egypt, Pharaoh Akhenaten made the decision to have citizens of So’oud Aten seal their homes and move to a new location to worship only one god. This led to a quick exodus, leaving behind treasures that are now being recovered by archaeologists. The city was only discovered four years ago and is known as the “lost golden city.” Archaeologists have found various artifacts, including pottery, jewelry, and statues of the goddess Sekhmet. The city provides valuable insight into the daily life of ancient Egyptians during the 18th dynasty.
Recent discoveries include administrative buildings and a sun image symbolizing a shift in religious beliefs towards worshiping Aten represented by the sun. Akhenaten’s ruling was possibly the first historical example of monotheism, although some define him as a henotheist. Queen Nefertiti, his wife, would have walked the streets of the city alongside him. The move to worship only Aten represented a religious revolution, although references to other gods became taboo after Akhenaten’s rule.
After Akhenaten’s death, the city was used by other pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. The reasons for the citizens’ compliance with Akhenaten’s orders remain unclear, although it is speculated that they sealed their homes hoping to return. The site continues to yield valuable information about ancient Egyptian civilization and the impact of Akhenaten’s religious reforms.
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