Merer Papyrus links to Khufu's pyramid construction. The Papyrus of Merer (Diary of Merer) documents an overseer of workmen who went to Tura to cut white fine limestone for the casing of the pyramid The tomb of Deddy states he is "known by Khufu" Most scholars accept the papyrus refers to the pyramid, though some argue it could refer to the broader Giza complex
The Papyrus of Merer — sometimes called the Diary of Merer — documents an overseer of workers who traveled to Tura to quarry fine white limestone for casing a great pyramid. The text includes the pyramid determinative glyph and Khufu's cartouche, and a tomb inscription for Deddy notes he was "known by Khufu." Most scholars link the papyrus to Khufu's monument, though some argue it could reference the broader Giza complex.
Key Facts
- The Papyrus of Merer (Diary of Merer) documents an overseer of workmen who went to Tura to cut white fine limestone for the casing of the pyramid
- The tomb of Deddy states he is "known by Khufu"
- Most scholars accept the papyrus refers to the pyramid, though some argue it could refer to the broader Giza complex
- The papyrus includes the pyramid determinative glyph and the Khufu cartouche
Related site: The Great Pyramid of Giza — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.
Source: Teaching Flint Dibble & Neal Sendlak Basic Logic & Integrity by DeDunking