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Speaker 1 (00:01):
The remarkable woman who ascended the throne of Egypt. Welcome
to Ancient History Podcast, where we delve into the captivating
tales of the ancient world. Today, we embark on a
journey back to the fifteenth century BCE to encounter one
of the most extraordinary figures in history, Hot Shipsuit. More
(00:25):
than merely a queen, she boldly declared herself pharaoh, ruling
for an impressive twenty one years while leaving behind a
legacy marked by awe inspiring monuments and groundbreaking achievements. Yet,
following her death, an effort was made to obliterate her
from the annals of history.
Speaker 2 (00:47):
Who was hot Shipsuit.
Speaker 1 (00:48):
And what made her reign so controversial? Let's explore her
remarkable story. Born circa fifteen o seven bcee during Egypt's
illustrious a eighteenth dynasty, hot Shipsuit was steeped in the
wealth and power.
Speaker 2 (01:04):
Of her time.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
As the daughter of Thutmo's, the first, one of Egypt's
formidable pharaohs, she married her half brother, Thutmos the second,
in adherence to the royal custom of maintaining pure bloodlines
within the family.
Speaker 2 (01:21):
When Thutmos the.
Speaker 1 (01:22):
Second died unexpectedly, while still young, his son by another wife,
the child Thutmos the third, found himself on the throne.
Hotshipsuit assumed the mantle of regent, deftly governing on his
behalf during his formative years. Yet Hotshipsuit was not satisfied
(01:43):
with merely being a regent. Around the seventh year of
Thutmo's the Third's reign, she made a bold and unprecedented
move by declaring herself Pharaoh. She embraced the full titles
and royal insignia associated with the king, yunning the iconic
false beard, an emblem reserved for male rulers, symbolizing her
(02:05):
authority and legitimacy. Unlike many of her predecessors, who engaged
in military conquests, had cheps It's reign was characterized by
an emphasis on trade, diplomacy, and monumental construction projects. One
of her most famous ventures was an expedition to the
(02:27):
enigmatic land of Hunt, often believed to correspond to modern
day Somliar Eritrea. This exploratory journey, rich in cultural exchange,
resulted in the return of vast treasures, including gold, ivory,
exotic animals, and fragrant incense, highly valued in ancient Egyptian society.
(02:51):
To commemorate this monumental voyage, she had the event meticulously
inscribed on the walls of her mortuary temple at Deir
el Bari, a breathtaking architectural feet that showcases the grandeur
of her reign. Her temple, called Jeser Jizuru, which translates
to Holy of Holies, stands as a testament to the
(03:14):
ingenuity of ancient Egyptian architecture. With its stunning terraced colonnades.
The temple seamlessly integrates into the natural cliffs of Thebes,
creating a visually harmonious structure. In addition to her temple,
Hotshipsuit commissioned grand obelisks at Karnak, some of the tallest
(03:36):
ever erected in ancient Egypt, and undertook the restoration of
numerous temples throughout the land, ensuring that her accomplishments would
be remembered for generations. During her successful reign, which lasted
more than two decades, had cheps It's governance flourished. However,
(03:57):
a curious and troubling phenomenon transpired after her death. Her
step son, Thutmos the Third, who eventually ascended to the
throne initiated a campaign to systematically erase her name and
images from monuments and public spaces.
Speaker 2 (04:16):
Statues were shattered.
Speaker 1 (04:18):
Inscriptions were crudely chiseled away, and her legacy was nearly
lost to time, leaving historians puzzle for centuries why did
this happen. Some historians suggest that Thutmos the Third harbored
resentment toward hot Shipsuit for taking power over him. Others
(04:38):
contend that this erasure was not personal, Rather, it was
his attempt to restore the traditional male line of succession
to the throne. Intriguingly, this destruction did not occur immediately
after her passing, but took place decades later, prompting some
scholars to ponder whether it was motivated more by a
(04:59):
desire higher for political stability than by personal animosity. Had
Shepsid's story was almost forgotten until the dawn of modern
archaeology reignited interest in her life. A remarkable discovery in
two thousand and seven identified her mummy through DNA analysis,
revealing a missing tooth that matched a box inscribed with
(05:22):
her name. Today, hotship Suit is celebrated not just as
one of Egypt's greatest builders, but also as a pioneering
figure for women in positions of power, forever altering the
narrative of female leadership in ancient civilizations. Her reign stands
as a powerful testament to the fact that even in
(05:45):
a male dominated society, a woman could ascend to the
throne and rule as king, provided she possessed the intellect, vision,
and determination to triumph over obstacles. Thank you for joining
me as we explored the extraordinary.
Speaker 2 (06:02):
Life of Hotship Suit.
Speaker 1 (06:04):
If you found this episode intriguing, please consider leaving us
a review and sharing it with your fellow history enthusiasts.
Join us next time as we delve into Reign of
Ramses Second. Until then, continue to explore the wonders of
the past.
The remarkable woman who ascended the throne of Egypt. Welcome
to Ancient History Podcast, where we delve into the captivating
tales of the ancient world. Today, we embark on a
journey back to the fifteenth century BCE to encounter one
of the most extraordinary figures in history, Hot Shipsuit. More
(00:25):
than merely a queen, she boldly declared herself pharaoh, ruling
for an impressive twenty one years while leaving behind a
legacy marked by awe inspiring monuments and groundbreaking achievements. Yet,
following her death, an effort was made to obliterate her
from the annals of history.
Speaker 2 (00:47):
Who was hot Shipsuit.
Speaker 1 (00:48):
And what made her reign so controversial? Let's explore her
remarkable story. Born circa fifteen o seven bcee during Egypt's
illustrious a eighteenth dynasty, hot Shipsuit was steeped in the
wealth and power.
Speaker 2 (01:04):
Of her time.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
As the daughter of Thutmo's, the first, one of Egypt's
formidable pharaohs, she married her half brother, Thutmos the second,
in adherence to the royal custom of maintaining pure bloodlines
within the family.
Speaker 2 (01:21):
When Thutmos the.
Speaker 1 (01:22):
Second died unexpectedly, while still young, his son by another wife,
the child Thutmos the third, found himself on the throne.
Hotshipsuit assumed the mantle of regent, deftly governing on his
behalf during his formative years. Yet Hotshipsuit was not satisfied
(01:43):
with merely being a regent. Around the seventh year of
Thutmo's the Third's reign, she made a bold and unprecedented
move by declaring herself Pharaoh. She embraced the full titles
and royal insignia associated with the king, yunning the iconic
false beard, an emblem reserved for male rulers, symbolizing her
(02:05):
authority and legitimacy. Unlike many of her predecessors, who engaged
in military conquests, had cheps It's reign was characterized by
an emphasis on trade, diplomacy, and monumental construction projects. One
of her most famous ventures was an expedition to the
(02:27):
enigmatic land of Hunt, often believed to correspond to modern
day Somliar Eritrea. This exploratory journey, rich in cultural exchange,
resulted in the return of vast treasures, including gold, ivory,
exotic animals, and fragrant incense, highly valued in ancient Egyptian society.
(02:51):
To commemorate this monumental voyage, she had the event meticulously
inscribed on the walls of her mortuary temple at Deir
el Bari, a breathtaking architectural feet that showcases the grandeur
of her reign. Her temple, called Jeser Jizuru, which translates
to Holy of Holies, stands as a testament to the
(03:14):
ingenuity of ancient Egyptian architecture. With its stunning terraced colonnades.
The temple seamlessly integrates into the natural cliffs of Thebes,
creating a visually harmonious structure. In addition to her temple,
Hotshipsuit commissioned grand obelisks at Karnak, some of the tallest
(03:36):
ever erected in ancient Egypt, and undertook the restoration of
numerous temples throughout the land, ensuring that her accomplishments would
be remembered for generations. During her successful reign, which lasted
more than two decades, had cheps It's governance flourished. However,
(03:57):
a curious and troubling phenomenon transpired after her death. Her
step son, Thutmos the Third, who eventually ascended to the
throne initiated a campaign to systematically erase her name and
images from monuments and public spaces.
Speaker 2 (04:16):
Statues were shattered.
Speaker 1 (04:18):
Inscriptions were crudely chiseled away, and her legacy was nearly
lost to time, leaving historians puzzle for centuries why did
this happen. Some historians suggest that Thutmos the Third harbored
resentment toward hot Shipsuit for taking power over him. Others
(04:38):
contend that this erasure was not personal, Rather, it was
his attempt to restore the traditional male line of succession
to the throne. Intriguingly, this destruction did not occur immediately
after her passing, but took place decades later, prompting some
scholars to ponder whether it was motivated more by a
(04:59):
desire higher for political stability than by personal animosity. Had
Shepsid's story was almost forgotten until the dawn of modern
archaeology reignited interest in her life. A remarkable discovery in
two thousand and seven identified her mummy through DNA analysis,
revealing a missing tooth that matched a box inscribed with
(05:22):
her name. Today, hotship Suit is celebrated not just as
one of Egypt's greatest builders, but also as a pioneering
figure for women in positions of power, forever altering the
narrative of female leadership in ancient civilizations. Her reign stands
as a powerful testament to the fact that even in
(05:45):
a male dominated society, a woman could ascend to the
throne and rule as king, provided she possessed the intellect, vision,
and determination to triumph over obstacles. Thank you for joining
me as we explored the extraordinary.
Speaker 2 (06:02):
Life of Hotship Suit.
Speaker 1 (06:04):
If you found this episode intriguing, please consider leaving us
a review and sharing it with your fellow history enthusiasts.
Join us next time as we delve into Reign of
Ramses Second. Until then, continue to explore the wonders of
the past.
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