About Amenirdis II
Lived 700 BC – 640 BC. Amenirdis II was a sovereign.
The ancient Nubian princess Amenirdis II, daughter of the Kushite pharaoh Taharqa of the 25th Dynasty, was adopted by Shepenupet II, daughter of Piye, to become Divine Adoratrice of Amun from around 650 BC to 640 BC during the 26th Dynasty. Amenirdis adopted Nitocris, daughter of Psamtik I, to become her successor. She may have been married to one of Taharqa's sons, king Atlanersa.
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Who was Amenirdis II?
ancient Egyptian princess and priestess, God's Wife of Amun
When was Amenirdis II born?
Amenirdis II was born in 700 BC.
When did Amenirdis II die?
Amenirdis II died in 640 BC.
What was Amenirdis II's occupation?
Amenirdis II was a sovereign.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Amenirdis II. https://biography.guide/amenirdis-ii/
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