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Meryatum (“Beloved of Atum”) was an ancient Egyptian prince and High Priest of Re, the son of Pharaoh Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari.
The four princes believed to be Nefertari’s sons were Amun-her-khepeshef, Pareherwenemef, Meryatum and Meryre. Two princesses identified by scholars as Nefertari’s daughters were Meritamen and Henwttawy.
Meryatum (“Beloved of Atum”) was an ancient Egyptian prince and High Priest of Re, the son of Pharaoh Ramesses III. Meryatum was the brother of pharaohs Ramesses IV, Ramesses VI, and Ramesses VIII. He was the uncle of pharaohs Ramesses V and Ramesses VII. His name can also be found as Ramesses Meryatum. [1]
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Meryatum (transliteration: mry-tm, meaning: "Beloved of Atum") is an ancient Egyptian male given name. Its female counterpart is Meritatum. Meryatum may refer to:
•Meryatum, Prince, son of Pharaoh Ramesses II.
•Meryatum, Prince, son of Pharaoh Ramesses III.
Apr 20, 2024 · Prince Amun-her-khepeshef was the Crown Prince in the early years of his father's reign, but died in year 25 of his long reign. It is also thought that a prince called Meryatum was buried in KV5, as two canopic jars were found that have his names and titles inscribed on them.
Ramesseum is the mortuary temple of Ramesses II (also known as Ramesses Meryamun), the famous pharaoh who fought the Hittites. Learn about its history, architecture, decoration and significance in this web page.
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Nefertari (c. 1295–1256 bce) Chief queen of Pharaoh Ramses the Great of ancient Egypt and a great beauty, judging from contemporary paintings. Name variations: Nefertary; Nefertari-Merymut.
