Andre Dollinger
Ancient Egypt: Medicine
Details many medical innovations practiced by ancient Egyptians. Includes information on the art of the healers, as well as how common diseases and illnesses were treated.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: Menachem Begin 1913 1992
A Zionist, peacemaker, and politician, Begin became Prime Minister of Israel in 1977. Here you can learn his life story including winning the Nobel Peace Prize for his work on the Camp David Accords.
Luther Seminary
Bible Tutor: Jeremiah
Bible Tutor discusses the contents of the Book of Jeremiah with outline of the book. Also provides links to the Biblical text.
Discovering Egypt
Discovering Egypt: Hieroglyphs
A fantastic resource containing a history and overview of the use of hieroglphics in ancient Egypt. Contains many stunning visuals and links to translations.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Islamic History Sourcebook: The Story of the Suez Canal
Fordham University gives an account of the planning of the Suez Canal from the perspective of a historian living during that era.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Sex Ed & Community Values
In this video from Wide Angle, Egyptian men react to a discussion of an initiative in Qatar to include sex education in schools, a sensitive issue in many countries.
BBC
Bbc: Mubarak's Quarter of a Century
An October 2006 examination of Hosni Mubarak's 25 years as the president of Egypt with dictatorial powers under a state of emergency declared in 1981.
Polk Brothers Foundation Center for Urban Education at DePaul University
De Paul University: Center for Urban Education: Learn About Egypt [Pdf]
"Learn about Egypt" is a one page, nonfiction, reading passage about Egypt including its history and it's problems. It is followed by constructed-response questions which require students to provide evidence from the story; it includes:...
The British Museum
The British Museum: Atum
A brief overview of the Egyptian god of creation, Atum. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.
Other
Al Jadid Magazine: The Legacy of the Late Sheikh Imam
In this obituary-type article, Sheikh Imam's life and musical work are recounted. He is recognized as the "Creator of Modern Arabic Political Song," and the article credits his music with helping the political movements in the Arab world...
Other
Al Mashriq: Naguib Mahfouz
Article describes Mahfouz and his acceptance of the Nobel Prize in 1989. Includes pictures and links to related information.
Other
Egyptian Tourist Authority: Americas Office
The official site for the government tourist offices in the Americas includes maps, general information about Egypt, and information for religious, adventure, and cultural tourism.
Other
Moeller Haus: Isaiah Commentary
This is a chapter-by-chapter commentary on the Book of the prophet Isaiah from the Hebrew Scriptures.
Other
The Papyri Pages
An extensive resource that focuses on topics relating to ancient Egyptian papyrus and the history and archaeology of books and writing.
Other
Preface to the Readings From Exodus: Remembering the Passover and Exodus
A good orientation to the book of Exodus and the religious significance of the Exodus of Moses and the people of Israel.
Other
Guardian's Spotlight: Interview With Dr. Zahi Hawass
The transcript of an interview with one of the world's greatest experts on the Pyramids of Giza. Hawass provides detailed information on the latest discoveries.
Other
Burger Landmarks: Egypt Landmarks Virtual Panoramic Tour
Take a virtual panoramic tour of Egypt with this fascinating site! Simply click on a photo, or a dot on the map, then click VR panorama, to watch the 360 degree rotation of the picture.
Other
The Mastabas at Giza, Egypt
This site provides information with photos about the ancient Egyptian Mastabas.
Other
Bbc: An Introduction to Pharaonic Egypt
The author presents an overview of 3,000 years of Egyptian history beginning with the time of the pharaohs.
Other
Museum With No Frontiers: Exhibition Trails
Take a virtual visit to eleven different Islamic Art in the Mediterranean Exhibition Trails. Discover artifacts, monuments, and archaeological sites in their natural environment.
Other
Historical Text Archive: Declaration Between the United Kingdom and France
The historical text, "Declaration Between the United Kingdom and France Respecting Egypt and Morocco, Together with the Secret Articles Signed at the Same" is presented here.
Other
Al Mashriq: Abdul Wahab: Father of Modern Egyptian Song
This is a reprint of an article from Al Jadid magazine. It discusses the career and influence of Abdul Wahab on the world of modern Arab music.
Other
Ohr Somayach International: The Ten Plagues
Ohr Somayach International provides an introduction to the Ten Plagues. Recently an artifact was found that parallels the Bible's account of the Ten Plagues. Scroll down the site and you can read the similiarities.
Scholastic
Scholastic News: Enter the Tomb!
The Serapeum of Saqqara tomb is an ancient burial site in Egypt. Read about the rediscovery of this important place in the 1850's and the treasures it holds.