The kneeling figure of Hatshepsut depicts a fascinating custom of the Egyptian culture from around 1473 to 1458 BC. The figure which is about 8 inches shows her as an Egypt male pharaoh. The figure of the Virgin, on the other hand, represents Mary the mother of Jesus, and it is curved to symbolize a woman. It represents a central object of worship whereas that of Hatshepsut portrays a ruler. However, the two pictures have a similarity such that both have vital roles in their respective societies. The Virgin Mary was the mother of Christ and Christians believe that she conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit. Hatshepsut, on the other hand, was a ruler who is part of the line of pharaohs. Therefore, the Virgin Mary is brought out as maternal
