The Circle Of History
The Ancient Egyptian Tomb of Sheikh Abd el- Qurna cache holds riches of information for archaeologists. Among the mess of the mummies, it holds wooden pieces with names of Princesses inscribed. Except that’s not what they were called. “King’s Daughter” was the royal title of some princesses, as though her identity was built by using bricks of paternal power. Nebetia was one such daughter, born to Prince Siatum. He was the son of Thutmose IV, who remains preserved in the Valley of the Kings. Her father has scarce documentation. And yet, she carries a title derived from him. While the endlessly captivating time of Ancient Egypt was just to women for their time, this nickname for a princess is a subtle head turner. Maybe this concept is relevant even in today’s world. Younger siblings scoff at being called ...