Pharaoh of Egypt; one of most remarkable persons in history. [1] Clear concept of Salem religion. [2] Established monotheism under guise of sun god Aton. [3] Swung whole nation from polytheism to monotheism. [4] Discredited priests. [5] Went too fast; failed to provide stability, prosperity. [6]
Influenced El Shaddai concept. [7] Mesopotamian religion entered Hebrew literature through. [8] 1st Psalm is heart of teachings. [9] Repercussions of I.’s work persisted in Palestine and Greece. [10] Descendants gave Jesus Greek translation of Scriptures. [11]
See also: UB 95:5.