The Great Sphinx of Giza

Rethinking of Origin and Purpose of Egyptian Monument

Abstract

The Great Sphinx of Giza, an enigmatic monument of Egypt shrouded in mystery, challenges the boundaries of conventional historical narratives. Beyond its architectural grandeur, the Sphinx is explored as a symbol of cosmic knowledge and potential guardian of the legendary Hall of Records, a repository of ancient wisdom buried beneath the sands of time. The recent researches and findings not only challenge mainstream Egyptology but also open new avenues for understanding human’s deep past, urging to rethink the origin of civilization and the enduring mysteries of ancient Egypt. This inquiry raises profound questions about the intellectual and technological achievements of our ancestors, suggesting that history is not a linear progression but a layered tapestry of forgotten legacies. The Sphinx, as both a sentinel of the past and a bridge to the unknown, invites researchers to rediscover human's long-lost chapters and their potential impact on our understanding of existence itself.  This paper delves into the hypothesis that the Sphinx predates the reign of Pharaoh Kafre, drawing from views of the eminent authors worked in the area based on their geological evidences, astronomical alignments, and cultural interpretations. By integrating diverse methodologies i.e. descriptive, analytical, and interdisciplinary, the present paper seeks to uncover the origin, purpose and cultural significance of the Great Sphinx of Giza.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.46700/asssr/2024/v6/i2/2024120602011