The word “pharaoh” means “Great House,” a reference to the palace where the pharaoh resides. While early Egyptian rulers were called “kings,” over time, the name “pharaoh” stuck. As the religious leader of the Egyptians, the pharaoh was considered the divine intermediary between the gods and Egyptians.

Does pharaoh mean God?

the pharaoh was considered a god on earth, the intermediary between the gods & the people. As supreme ruler of the people, the pharaoh was considered a god on earth, the intermediary between the gods and the people.

What is the Egypt word for king?

What is a king in Ancient Egypt? There are several Ancient Egyptian words for king: nswt and ity are perhaps the most common. The Ancient Egyptian word for kingship is nsyt.