Pharaohs

were the titles given to the later kings of ancient Egypt. Ancient Egyptians believed that the pharaoh was a god. In theory, the pharaoh owned all the land and people in Egypt. In truth, priests and nobles limited his power. Pharaohs' actions were governed by a set of rules created by the gods.

To learn more more about a particular pharaoh that ruled ancient Egypt click on the statue of King Tutankhamun.