This essay attempts to define the ancient Egyptian word txn "Tekhen" (Obelisk) through an analysis of the Kalenjiin language of East Africa. It also explores alternate pronunciations for the object (i.e., bnbn and mn) using other African languages such as Yoruba, ciLuba, and Hebrew (Semitic). As a result of our analysis, we gain deep insights into the ancient Egyptian conceptualization of creation, first principles, and philosophy concerning man's participation in the ongoing evolution of the universe.