Ramses II's Forgotten Daughter Bintanath

Ramses the Great: Egypt's Most Powerful Pharaoh — Fexingo History · Oct 1, 2026 · 6m · transcript

While we have covered Ramses II's military campaigns, diplomatic marriages, and architectural grandeur in previous episodes, his personal life remains a complex tapestry of political maneuvering and genuine affection. This episode shifts focus from the Pharaoh himself to one of his most influential daughters, Bintanath the Elder. Born around 1270 BCE, she was not merely a passive figure in the royal harem but an active participant in the stabilization of Egypt’s southern frontier. We explore her pivotal role as the God’s Wife of Amun at Thebes, a position that granted her significant…