Stela of Pasherienimhotep

The Stela of Pasherienimhotep (W1041) is a beautiful limestone stela from ancient Egypt, currently housed in the Egypt Centre collection. It offers valuable insights into the life and career of a high-ranking priest during the Ptolemaic period.

Stela of Pasherienimhotep (W1041)

Key Information:

• Date: Second century BCE (Ptolemaic period)
• Material: Limestone
• Dimensions: 77 x 56 cm
• Current Location: Egypt Centre, Swansea University

Pasherienimhotep:

Pasherienimhotep was a prominent priest at the Temple of Edfu, serving in various important roles. The stela lists his many titles, including:

• Scribe of the Troops
• Second Scribe of the Temple
• God's Servant of Harpakhered
• God's Servant of Amun of the Storehouse
• Overseer of the Wab-priests of Sekhmet   
• Overseer of Magicians of Serqet
• Chief Lector Priest
• Scribe of the Divine Book   
• Overseer of the Priests of Horus of Edfu   

Family Connections:

The stela also reveals that Pasherienimhotep's father was Harsiese, the Third Priest of Horus of Edfu. Interestingly, another stela in the Cairo Museum (CGC 22049) mentions a Harsiese with the same priestly title, potentially linking the two and suggesting a possible family tree for Pasherienimhotep.

Significance:

The Stela of Pasherienimhotep provides valuable information about the priesthood during the Ptolemaic period, including the various roles and titles held by high-ranking priests. It also sheds light on family connections and the potential transmission of priestly positions within families.

Where to See It:

You can currently view the Stela of Pasherienimhotep at the Egypt Centre in Swansea University. The Egypt Centre is a fantastic resource for learning more about ancient Egyptian culture and history.