French Egyptologist Jean-Guillaume Olette-Pelletier has identified ancient ‘propaganda’ on a 3,300-year-old obelisk in Paris that supports the Egyptian pharaoh Ramesses II, a figure central to the biblical Book of Exodus. The discovery, set to be published in the coming months, reveals cryptic messages that assert Ramesses II’s divine authority and legitimacy as a ruler. The obelisk, located in Paris’ Place de la Concorde, displays Ramesses II’s name and symbols of his power, including the double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt, and messages that highlight his role as the provider of the Nile flood, ensuring the country’s prosperity. Olette-Pelletier’s research suggests that these texts were intended to bolster Ramesses II’s rule by reassuring the nobility, who could read the codes, that he was a legitimate and divine king. This effort was necessary because Ramesses II was not born of theogamy, which could have threatened his legitimacy. The expert emphasized that the texts were part of a broader propaganda strategy to maintain his reign and prevent potential coups. The discovery is part of a growing trend of uncovering historical connections between ancient Egypt and biblical texts, with recent findings including an ancient sword from his military and the restoration of his temple in Luxor. These developments provide new insights into the historical figure of Ramesses II and his influence on ancient and religious narratives. Olette-Pelletier’s work highlights the complex interplay between historical truth and religious interpretation, offering a unique perspective on one of ancient history’s most enduring figures.