The Position of Royal Women throughout New Kingdom Egypt.

The Position of Royal Women throughout New Kingdom Egypt In most studies of Ancient Egyptian civilisations, the fundamental sources for our studies are the many hieroglyphics and reliefs that decorate the walls of the wondrous temples and tombs. These hieroglyphs and reliefs, are predominantly concerned with the political past of Egypt and the pursuits and achievements of the Royal Family. The information relating to the Royal Family is highly detailed, however it is primarily interested …

…allows us to develop a general understanding of their place in society. What we do know has come from the hands of the male scribes, who were directed by officials to create honorary depictions. However inaccurate these depictions may be, it can be understood, that royal women were loved and respected, as women, if not as powerful political figures. In general, royal women entertained an inferior status in relation to men throughout ancient Egyptian history.