Seasons of Ancient Egypt

The ancient Egyptians had 3 seasons:

Akhet 3ht

This was the inundation season, the period of flooding. This season was from mid-July to mid-November.


Peret prt

This was the season of growth. This season was from mid-November to mid-March.


Shemu Smw

This was the season of Harvest, the season of summer and a dry season. During this season the ancient Egyptians would prepare irrigation channels. This season was from mid-March to mid-July.

The Life of Hapuseneb a Priest of Ancient Egypt

For those interested in my article about an ancient Egyptian priest named Hapuseneb you can read it at:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/214230/the_life_of_hapuseneb_a_priest_of_ancient.html?cat=37


Enjoy!