A Royal Star: On the 'Miracle of the Star' in Thutmoses III's Gebel Barkal Stela and a Note on the King as a Star in Personal Names

This research reveals that the 'Miracle of the Star' episode on Thutmoses III's Gebel Barkal stela likely depicts a celestial event, possibly a meteor or comet, interpreted as divine intervention. The study re-examines the timing and significance of this astronomical phenomenon, suggesting it was not a random occurrence but rather a carefully documented event with religious and political implications for ancient Egypt. By analyzing the stela's inscriptions and historical context, the author provides new insights into how such events were perceived and recorded in royal propaganda.

WINKLER, Andreas. (2013). A Royal Star [JB]. Revue d’Égyptologie, 0, 231–247. https://doi.org/10.2143/RE.64.0.3011336