... coronation was held during this day of only two days. During this time large-scale buildings were carried out as the floodwaters enabled barges, transporting large blocks of stone, to get closer to building sites. Under conscription the farmers were made to work in groups on the production of temples and other major structures. It was also regular for people to hand feed their animals and repair equipment. The second season, Perit began in November and was also called the Season of Coming Forth. This is due to the fact that this was a time when the king rejuvenated his powers and so was it that the land was rejuvenated by floodwaters. Although, it was primarily a time of sowing seeds. The Perit also consists of the Heb-Sed festival, which celebrated the king's 30-year jubilee. The festival lasted in the first five days of this season with the first ...

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