ABSTRACT
Of the temple of Dendoor there is little to say, as it is of Roman time, and therefore only imitative Egyptian. It has a grotto behind, in the rock: and this grotto contains a pit. The approach to the cave entrance is between quarried rocks covered with sculptures of extraordinary merit. A few hieroglyphic signs on the faces of these pillars engage the eye; which is then led on to distinguish bands of colour; and presently to perceive that the walls have been divided into compartments by margins of colour, and rows of hieroglyphic signs. The sculptures on the outside, on either hand of the approach, are now quite destitute of colour. The Prince of Cush and his two children, all captives, are brought up by the eldest son of the conqueror; the names of all the parties being affixed in hieroglyphic characters.
