Khufu cartouche

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Definition

An oval inscription bearing the name of Pharaoh Khufu, believed to authenticate the Great Pyramid as his burial site, but now questioned for its authenticity.

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Scott Creighton: The Great Pyramid Hoax 2

Earth AncientsApr 4, 2026

The podcast discusses Scott Creighton's investigation into the authenticity of the Khufu cartouche, historically attributed to the Great Pyramid, suggesting it may be a Victorian hoax. Through in-depth analysis of 19th-century documents, he reveals discrepancies that could challenge established Egyptological beliefs. The episode posits that if the pyramids were not merely royal tombs, they might hold an ancient wisdom safeguarded against cataclysmic events.

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