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Who built the Great Sphinx?

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Most scholars believe the Great Sphinx of Giza was built during the 4th dynasty of ancient Egypt by King Khafre (c. 2472–c. 2448 bce). However, others believe it was built by his older brother Redjedef (Djedefre) (c. 2482–c. 2475 bce) to commemorate their father, Khufu. Still others believe it was built by Khufu (c. 2543–c. 2436 bce) himself.