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Lost city in area tied to biblical Exodus may have finally been discovered in Egypt
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Key Points:
- Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered new evidence at Tell Abu Seifi, a fortified site near the Sinai Peninsula, which may be the long-lost ancient city of Mesen linked to the biblical Exodus.
- The site lies along the Horus Military Road, a strategic route connecting Egypt with Sinai and Canaan, possibly corresponding to the "way of the land of the Philistines" mentioned in Exodus.
- A massive sandstone lintel bearing the titles of Pharaoh Ramesses II and an inscription about restoring a statue of Horus, "Lord of the City of Mesen," was uncovered, dating back over 3,000 years.
- Excavations also revealed a fortified temple complex, mudbrick walls, gates, storage rooms, and two ancient stone roads, with parts of the site later converted into Roman military barracks.
- Egyptian officials emphasize that while the findings strongly link Tell Abu Seifi to Mesen, further excavation and scientific study are needed to definitively confirm the identification.
