Maenaton

Maenaton is a term used in ancient Egyptian history to refer to the period of time during which the pharaoh Akhenaten ruled. The name "Maenaton" is derived from the Egyptian words "ma'at" and "aten," which mean "truth" and "sun disk," respectively. This period is notable for the religious reforms initiated by Akhenaten, who sought to replace the traditional polytheistic religion with a monotheistic worship of the sun god Aten. Akhenaten's reforms included the construction of a new capital city, Akhetaten, and the creation of a new religious cult centered around the Aten. However, these changes were not well-received by the Egyptian populace, and after Akhenaten's death, his son Tutankhamun reversed many of his father's religious policies. The Maenaton period is often studied by historians to understand the religious and cultural shifts in ancient Egypt.