Heliopolis (ancient Egypt) from him the true length of the year and month, upon which he formed his octaeterid, or period of 8 years or 99 months. Ptolemy II had Manetho, the chief priest of Heliopolis, collect his history of the ancient kings of Egypt from its archives. The later Ptolemies probably took little interest in their "father" Ra, and Alexandria had eclipsed the learning of Heliopolis; thus with the withdrawal of royal favour Heliopolis quickly dwindled, and the students of native lore deserted it for other temples supported by a wealthy population of pious citizens. By the 1st century BC, in fact,
Keeper of the Rulers' Seal To establish a friendly and cultured liaison body between the State Palace Administration and the Federal Government, especially on matters prescribed under the Federal Constitution and of Islamic affairs. We are committed to providing an efficient and accurate service in carrying out our responsibilities. Ensuring the smooth implementation of Article 38 and the Third, Fourth and Fifth Schedules of the Federal Constitution as well as the Conference of Rulers Regulations of 1988. As an effective liaison agency on administrative matters between the State Palace Administration and the Federal Government, organisations and certain individuals. Listed below are Keepers of the Rulers'