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  1. Imhotep was a ancient Egyptian polymath who lived during the 27th century BC, during the 3rd dynasty of Ancient Egypt. He is considered one of the most important figures in ancient Egyptian history. Imhotep was born in Memphis, Egypt around 2600 BC. His father was an architect named Kanofer, and his mother was a priestess of the goddess Nuit. Imhotep's early life is not well documented, but it is believed that he received a comprehensive education in various fields, including architecture, engineering, mathematics, and medicine. Imhotep served as the chief architect, physician, and advisor to Pharaoh Djoser (reigned 2650-2575 BC). He is credited with designing and building the Step Pyramid at Saqqara, one of the earliest stone structures in the world and a precursor to the pyramids at Giza. Imhotep's innovative design and engineering skills enabled him to create a monumental structure that surpassed anything built before. Imhotep designed and built the Step Pyramid, which was a revolutionary structure that transformed the concept of pyramids from simple mastabas to grand, towering monuments. Imhotep was a skilled physician who wrote several medical texts, including the "Edwin Smith Papyrus," which contains the oldest known surgical treatise. Imhotep was a mathematician who developed a system of geometry and arithmetic that enabled him to calculate the areas and volumes of complex shapes. Imhotep's expertise in engineering allowed him to design and build elaborate irrigation systems, temples, and other structures. Imhotep was a poet and writer who composed hymns, poems, and other literary works. Imhotep's legacy extends far beyond his own lifetime. He was deified by the ancient Egyptians, who worshipped him as a god of wisdom, architecture, and medicine. His innovative designs and engineering skills influenced the development of ancient Egyptian architecture, and his medical texts remained influential for centuries. Today, Imhotep is celebrated as one of the greatest minds in human history, and his contributions continue to inspire wonder and awe.
  2. viral ramen noodle hack! Boil ramen noodles as usual In a separate pan add butter, garlic, red crushed pepper, soy sauce and brown sugar to your taste( I did not measure either ingredients) Once melted and into a sauce, drain noodles and mix together in pan. Push noodles to the side, add a scrambled egg Once egg is cooked mix together. Pour in a bowl and sprinkle chives and everything bagel seasoning! It has a hint* of spice mixed with a sweet savory flavor Your best hack to affordable home made hibachi or Chinese! Worth a try.
  3. Ok folks ....don't try to expose personal information about other members.....that's an automatic 15 days in SDC jail .....consider this the only warning that will be given.....
  4. Pontius Pilate There was a time when scoffers and critics doubted the New Testament's reference to Pontius Pilate. There was no archaeological evidence and little historical information to confirm his ruling in Israel. Pilate is mentioned by Josephus (Antiquites XVIII.iii.1), Philo, and by the Roman historian Tacitus. Pontius Pilate was prefect of Palestine (Idumæa) from A.D. 26-36, a long tenure policy of Tiberius Caesar (Antiquites XVIII.vi 5), supposedly to reduce corruption and for continued stability. God knows how to confirm His word and silence the scoffers. In 1961, a Italian archaeologist named Dr. Antonio Frova, was excavating near the theater uncovered in Caesarea and discovered a limestone monument with an inscription. The inscription, in Latin, is of Pontius Pilate with the title of prefect. Tiberium (Po)ntius Pilate (Pre)fect of the Jud(ea) (has d)ed(icated …) Archaeology again confirms the exactness of Scripture: the person (Pontius Pilate) the title: Prefect the time: Early first century Those who put their trust in God will not be disappointed. Heaven and earth may pass away but the Word of God endures forever.
  5. Found in Asuka, Japan - Known as the Rock Ship of Masuda.
  6. DISTANCES IN SPACE #sondreaas #cosmos #travel #physics #education Except from the sun- the closest star to Earth is Alpha Centauri, which is situated about 4 light years from us. This means that if we send a laser beam towards Alpha Centauri it would take the laser beam 4 years until it would be visible on Alpha Centauri. ONLY 4 LIGHT YEARS…? This might seem «close» to Earth, but the light travels 9.45*10^15m during one year- hence the term light-years, so even just 4 light years is very very far away. Especially when we think about that the speed of light in vacuum is approximately 300.000 km/s. Imagine that we were travelling to the Alpha Centauri with a spacecraft which can hold a constant velocity of 100 km/s. We would pass both Venus and Mercury. The sun is about 150.000.000 km away from the Earth. Our spacecraft has managed to both reach- and pass the sun after about 20 days, so we are on a steady course against Alpha Centauri. But there is a very big problem here, and that would be time for those who are travelling. It would take the spacecraft 12.000 years to reach- and arrive at Alpha Centauri So when we think of distances in space, even «just» 4 light years would take us 12.000 years to travel. 12.000 years is a long time. ARE WE ALONE OR IS THERE LIFE IN OTHER SOLAR SYSTEMS? My personal opinion says YES! It would be difficult to believe that we are the only intelligent species on the whole universe, or The Milky Way. But the distances are our biggest problem- as we understand physics today we are trapped on Earth at least our solar system. On the picture Alpha Centauri is the star to the left- the one to the right is Beta Centauri. The red circle is Proxima Centauri Picture from Wikipedia. Best Wishes Sondre Åkerøy Sundrønning Physicist
  7. 1923. A woman uses banknotes to light her stove during hyperinflation in the Weimar Republic (Germany).
  8. American MPs with two German boys, who are being held after shooting at U.S. troops in Aachen, Germany, in October, 1944.
  9. “Imperfect Fit (Return to Civvies, Man in Outgrown Clothes)” by Norman Rockwell (1945) Rockwell used real-life Flying Fortress pilot Lt. A. H. Becktoft as the inspiration for this Post cover featuring a young second lieutenant returning to his boyhood room after coming home from the war.
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