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Nebwenef

The hieroglyphic
name of Nebwenef
Fragment of stone showing
the name of Nebwenef
Nebwenef was a priestly formal of the Nineteenth Dynasty. He served in the rule of Ramesses II (1290-1224 B.C.E.). Nebwenef was the higher priest of Amun and the first prophet of Hathor and Anhur, an exalted rank in the temple system. Priests were often required to assume positioning beyond their original offices, particularly if they were efficient. His mortuary temple was built close Seti I, whom he had served at the start of his career. Nebwenefs tomb shown Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari making the proclamation of his appointment as upper priest. Nebwenef retired at an advanced age and was come after in his office in the temple and in the royal court by Nebenteru.

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