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Tiy-Merenese

b. 1250 BC

Ancient Egyptian queen consort

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About Tiy-Merenese

Born 1250 BC. Tiy-Merenese was an Egyptian politician.

Tiy-Merenese, Teye-Merenaset, Tiye-Mereniset (Tiy, Beloved of Isis) was the Great Royal Wife of pharaoh Setnakhte and mother of Ramesses III of the Twentieth Dynasty of Egypt.

She is the only known wife of Setnakhte. She was depicted together with her husband on a stela in Abydos. A priest named Meresyotef is shown adoring Setnakhte and Tiy-Merenese and their son Ramesses III is shown making offerings. Tiye-Merenese also appears on blocks found in Abydos which were reused in other buildings.

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Important facts

Born
1250 BC
Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Positions held
Great Royal Wife
Also known as
Tiye-Mereniset

Family & relationships

Spouse
Setnakhte
Child
Ramesses III

Frequently asked questions

Who was Tiy-Merenese?

ancient Egyptian queen consort

When was Tiy-Merenese born?

Tiy-Merenese was born in 1250 BC.

What was Tiy-Merenese's occupation?

Tiy-Merenese was a politician.

What nationality was Tiy-Merenese?

Tiy-Merenese was Egyptian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tiy-Merenese

· Wikidata: Q1321008

· DBpedia: Tiy-Merenese

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