In 1922, one of the most remarkable archaeological discoveries in history was made: the tomb of King Tutankhamun. But why was this discovery so significant? Who was the young pharaoh behind the famous golden mask? Tutankhamun died at just 19 years old—what caused his untimely death? Why was he buried in a relatively small tomb for someone of his status? What does his mummy reveal about his life and times? And where are the thousands of artifacts buried with him now?

Our presenter, Nate Ramsayer, is a freelance instructor in biblical studies, regularly delivering guest lectures at churches, synagogues, senior communities, schools, and universities across the United States. He holds an M.A. in Hebrew Bible and the Ancient Near East from Brandeis University. In addition to his teaching, Nate is an active archaeologist who has participated in excavations at seven sites worldwide, with a primary focus on Israel during the Bronze and Iron Ages."