The Influence Of The Pharaoh On The Egyptians

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The egyptians were ruled by the pharaoh The pharaoh was the leader of the government and religion
The leader of the government under the pharaoh was the vizier under the vizier where the nomarks

The pharaoh was expected to be able to lead his people officers and sheriffs made sure everyone paid taxes
The most important official was the vizier

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