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Ramses the Great's Priests of Amun and the Theban Power Shift
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the enormous power of the priesthood of Amun at Thebes during the reign of Ramses II. They discuss how the cult of Amun, based at the Karnak temple complex, rivaled the pharaoh's own authority through its control of land, gold from Nubia, and tribute from conquered territories. Lucas explains the role of the High Priest of Amun—often a royal appointee but sometimes a hereditary position—and how figures like Nebwenenef, whom Ramses appointed, managed this delicate balance. The conversation touches on the Festival of Opet, where Amun's statue…
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