hetepdienre

hetepdienre was an ancient Egyptian queen, the Great Royal Wife of Pharaoh Amenhotep II of the Eighteenth Dynasty. Her name is often translated as "the one who is satisfied in Ra" or "Ra is pleased with her." While her exact parentage is not definitively known, she was likely a royal princess. Heptydienre is primarily known through inscriptions and depictions found in the tomb of Amenhotep II (KV35) and other royal sites. She played a significant role in religious ceremonies and court life, as evidenced by her presence in various reliefs and statues alongside the king. Her tomb has not been definitively identified, though some scholars suggest a possibility that she may have been buried in the western valley of the Kings. Heptydienre's reign as queen coincided with a prosperous period for Egypt, marked by military campaigns and extensive building projects undertaken by her husband. Her influence, though primarily symbolic and religious, contributed to the stability and prestige of the Eighteenth Dynasty. Her image and titles attest to the important position held by royal women during this era.