The Pyramid: A State Project, Not a Stone Mystery

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Authors: Ahmed Saeed Mohammed Al-Ghamdi
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Abstract

This work presents a structural and administrative interpretation of pyramid construction, proposing that pyramids were state-level infrastructure projects rather than stone-based mysteries. The model argues for a construction system relying primarily on earth (mud), water, and organized labor, supported by hydraulic control and material flow management. The study introduces the Al-Ghamdi Model, which reframes pyramid construction as a scalable civil-engineering process integrated into a centralized state economy. The work avoids speculative or mythical explanations and instead focuses on practical construction logic, resource management, and system-level coordination. This publication is intended as a conceptual and documentary contribution to alternative interpretations of ancient large-scale construction methods.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ancient Egypt and Archaeology Historical and Architectural Studies Civil and Structural Engineering Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
31 January 2026
Document type
Book