(Ἀμασις; Ámasis). Greek form of the name of two Egyptian kings.
[1] Generally Amosis or Ahmose
Generally Amosis or Ahmose, c. 1540/30-1515/05 BC, founder of the 18th dynasty and of the New Kingdom. He completes the expulsion of the Hyksos, conquers their capital city, Auaris, as well as southern Palestine and Lower Nubia [1. 45-47; 3].
[2] Egyptian king
Egyptian Jḥ-msw, 5th ruler of the 26th dynasty (570-526 BC), overthrows his predecessor Apries, whe…