Shepherd-Kings from David to Jesus

Do you remember seeing the golden sarcophagus of the pharaoh Tutankhamun?

What has he got in his hands?

If you remembered that he was holding a shepherd’s crook, you’re right (he is also holding a flail in the other). It’s kind of funny and small, but easy to recognize. If you look at many other statues or paintings of pharaohs, you’ll see the same symbol. Why?

Egypt shared with the rest of the ancient near east…