Pharaohs of the Bible – Egypt Mummy Museum
"Go to Pharaoh in the morning, as he is going out to the water, and stand on the bank of the Nile to meet him. Take in your hand the staff that turned into a serpent. 16 And you shall say to him, ‘The Lord, the God of the Hebrews, sent me to you, saying, “Let my people go, that they may serve me in the wilderness.”
Pharaohs of the Bible - Egypt Mummy Museum
By Rhonda Sand
NEED EVIDENCE? See the Pharaohs of Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, and Moses
For centuries, people have asked: Is there real, physical evidence that supports the biblical accounts of Abraham, Joseph, Moses, and the Exodus?
The answer is: Yes. And you can see it with your own eyes.
A visit with us to ancient On (Heliopolis), Cairo, and other key locations in Egypt will bring you face to face with the truth—through archaeology, preserved mummies, ancient inscriptions, and Egyptian monuments that align with the biblical narrative. This isn't just a tour—it's a journey through time that connects Scripture with the sands of ancient history.
Meet the Pharaohs Who Shaped the Bible's Greatest Stories
Let’s walk through the powerful rulers who encountered the patriarchs and prophets—not just in theory, but in historical record and preserved remains.
1. Thutmose I – The Pharaoh Who Ordered the Death of Hebrew Sons
Location: Egyptian Museum, Cairo
In Exodus 1:21-22, we read about a Pharaoh who, fearing the growing Hebrew population, ordered all male infants to be cast into the Nile.
"Then Pharaoh commanded all his people, 'Every son that is born to the Hebrews you shall cast into the Nile, but you shall let every daughter live.'"
Many scholars identify this ruler as Thutmose I—a powerful king of Egypt’s 18th Dynasty. His mummy has been discovered and preserved. You can stand before the very face of the man who tried to wipe out the generation Moses was born into.
2. Hatshepsut – The Princess Who Raised Moses
Location: Hatshepsut’s Mortuary Temple & Egyptian Museum
Exodus 2:5-6 tells the story of how Pharaoh's daughter found baby Moses in a basket on the Nile and raised him as her own:
"She saw the basket among the reeds... she opened it, she saw the child... She took pity on him and said, 'This is one of the Hebrews’ children.'"
That daughter is widely believed to be Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most powerful female pharaohs. Her statues, temples, and even her mummy have been uncovered. She may very well be the one who loved and raised Moses in the royal palace.
Thutmose III
3. Thutmose III – The Pharaoh Who Sought to Kill Moses
Location: Egyptian Museum
Later in Exodus 2:11-12, we read that Moses fled Egypt after killing an Egyptian officer. The Pharaoh sought to kill him:
"When Pharaoh heard of it, he sought to kill Moses. But Moses fled..."
This aligns with the reign of Thutmose III, known as a fierce military leader. His rule followed Hatshepsut's, and his hostility toward Moses fits the timeline of Moses’ exile to Midian. His mummy, too, is displayed in Cairo—a direct link to one of the most dramatic moments in Moses' life.
4. Amenhotep II – Pharaoh of the Exodus
Location: Mummy Room, Egyptian Museum
Mummy Shows Boils on Skin Linked to Plagues
Amenhotep II is often associated with the Pharaoh of the Exodus. The plagues, the Nile turning to blood, the death of the firstborn—all occurred under a ruler who hardened his heart against God despite repeated warnings.
"Let my people go, that they may serve me in the wilderness..." (Exodus 7:16)
What’s fascinating is that Amenhotep II’s mummy shows skin lesions, which some believe could align with the boils and diseases of the plagues (Exodus 9:8-11). While this isn't conclusive, it's yet another historical breadcrumb that supports the biblical account.
Now Step Back to the Time of the Patriarchs
Even before Moses, Egypt played a key role in the lives of Abraham, Jacob, and Joseph. Their interactions with Pharaohs are also supported by statues, inscriptions, and historical records still standing in Egypt today.
5. Pharaoh of Abraham – Wahkare Khety
Location: Statues in Egyptian Museum
In Genesis 12:17, Pharaoh takes Sarah into his house, unaware she is Abraham’s wife. God strikes Pharaoh’s household with plagues:
“The Lord struck Pharaoh and his household with terrible plagues because of Sarai, Abram’s wife.”
This aligns with Wahkare Khety, a Pharaoh from Egypt's First Intermediate Period. Statues of him remain, and his era aligns with Abraham’s journey into Egypt.
6. Pharaoh of Joseph and Jacob – Amenemhat III
Location: Statues and artifacts, Cairo & Fayoum
Amenemhat III ruled during a time of unprecedented prosperity and later famine—perfectly matching Joseph’s interpretation of Pharaoh’s dream in Genesis 41. This Pharaoh welcomed Joseph into high office and allowed Jacob’s family to settle in Egypt:
"Then Joseph brought in Jacob his father... and Jacob blessed Pharaoh." (Genesis 47:7)
Amenemhat’s statues and monuments stand in Fayoum, the region of Egypt where many believe Goshen was located, and where Jacob and his family would have lived.
You’ve Read the Scriptures. Now See the Evidence.
This is more than tourism—it’s a biblical immersion. Walking through Heliopolis—a city mentioned in Jeremiah and home to Egypt’s sun cults—you’ll learn how these places were battlegrounds of faith, prophecy, and divine intervention.
You’ll:
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Stand before the mummies of Pharaohs who interacted with the patriarchs of Scripture
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Walk through temples and tombs still echoing the past
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See artifacts that bridge archaeology and theology
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Gain a deeper appreciation of how God moved through real people and real places
Join Us in Egypt—Where Faith Meets History
If you’ve ever wanted tangible confirmation of the biblical narrative, this is your opportunity. The sands of Egypt are still whispering God’s truths. Will you come and listen?
Living Passages arranges customized Christian travel arrangements for the Bible scholar and their participants that can reach into areas of scripture that are generally overlooked. Call us to plan your next expedition at 208-765-8500.
