Thebes

geographical name

1
or ancient Thebae or Diospolis ancient city on the Nile River in southern Egypt at a location south of modern Qena see karnak, luxor
2
ancient city in Boeotia, eastern Greece, north-northwest of Athens
Theban adjective or noun

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“Thebes.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Thebes. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

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