Senenmut 361Yet another fortress, URONARTI, was also built nearby.
Detailed reports were sent to THEBES, called the Semna
Dispatches, about tracking operations. The MEDJAY, some
of whom were in the service of the Egyptians as Nubian
mercenaries, were in the territory. Senwosret III cam-
paigned at Semna in his 12th regnal year. This region of
Nubia had been conquered by SENWOSRET I(r. 1971–1926
B.C.E.) earlier in the dynasty.
Se’n Ba Stela A commemorative monument discov-
ered in ABYDOSin a chamber adjoining the cenotaph of
DJER(r. c. 2900 B.C.E.), the second ruler of the First
Dynasty, the stela demonstrates the prolonged use of
writing in Egypt, starting at an earlier time than previ-
ously believed. Considered one of the most beautiful
stone monuments of the period, the Se’n Ba Stela set the
standard for later hieroglyphic commemoratives.
Sendjemib This was a clan dating to the Old Kingdom
Period of Egypt and known for faithful service to the
rulers of the nation. Inti Sendjemib served IZEZI (r.
2388–2356 B.C.E.) as an administrator. He also had a lake
drained and formed for Izezi’s personal use. Inti Send-
jemib’s son, Mehi, built a tomb at GIZAfor his father and
carried on the tradition of courtly service.
Sendji (Sened)(fl. c. 2750 B.C.E.) Ruler of the Second
Dynasty
His name meant “the Fearful One.” Sendji was included
in some KING LISTS, and a Fourth Dynasty (2575–2465
B.C.E.) noble named Shery inscribed a document in his
tomb stating that he was the overseer of the kaof Sendji’s
tomb. It is believed that Sendji was buried under one of
the galleries of the STEP-PYRAMIDat SAQQARA.
No monuments have been discovered from Sendji’s
reign, but his cult was observed for many centuries. A
bronze statue was made of him in the Twenty-sixth
Dynasty (664–525 B.C.E.). His name was also found on a
stone fragment in the mortuary temple of KHAFRE(Che-
phren; r. 2520–2494 B.C.E.) in Giza.
Senebsen(fl. 18th century B.C.E.)Royal woman of the
Thirteenth Dynasty
She was the consort of NEFERHOTEP I(r. c. 1741–1730
B.C.E.) and was depicted with symbols of her rank on an
ABYDOSstela. Senebsen was not the mother of the heir.
Senebtisy(fl. 20th century B.C.E.) Royal woman of the
Twelfth Dynasty
She was possibly the consort of AMENEMHET I (r.
1991–1962 B.C.E.). Her tomb at el-LISHTwas one of many
vandalized and robbed by local thieves of the era. Her
mummified remains, however, had been interred in three
gilded coffins and were untouched. Senebtisy’s remains
were adorned with fine jewelry pieces that were recov-
ered. In some records Senebtisy is listed as the daughter
of the VIZIER Senuseret, serving possibly as a lesser-
ranked wife of Amenemhet I.Senedjim(fl. 13th century B.C.E.)Artisan official of the
Nineteenth Dynasty
He served RAMESSES II(r. 1290–1224 B.C.E.) as a supervi-
sor of the workers in the tombs of the VALLEY OF THE
KINGS. These were THE SERVANTS OF THE PLACE OF TRUTH,
who lived in DEIR EL-MEDINA. Senedjim resided in Deir el-
Medina and was buried there, as these workers were
allowed to fashion elaborate tombs for themselves and
their families.Senenmen (Sen Men, Sonimen)(fl. 15th century
B.C.E.) Expeditionary official of the Eighteenth Dynasty
He served TUTHMOSIS II(r. 1492–1479 B.C.E.) and was
originally identified as the brother of SENENMUTbut now
is considered an unrelated fellow official of the powerful
favorite. Senenmen was the leader of an expedition to
PUNT, accompanied by Senenmut, Nehesy, and THUITY, all
ranking officials of the court.Senenmut(fl. 15th century B.C.E.)Favorite court offi-
cial of the Eighteenth Dynasty
He served as a chief counselor of HATSHEPSUT (r.
1473–1458 B.C.E.) and as tutor to Princess NEFERU-RÉ.Ten
surviving statues depict him with Neferu-Ré. He also pro-
vided needed support and counsel to the queen-pharaoh.
Senenmut came from ERMENT, possibly, and he was the
son of Ramose and Hatnofer. His sisters were ‘A’ Ahotep
and Nofrethor. His brothers were also active in the court,
including a Senenmen, Minhotep, and Hatnufer.
Senenmut started his career in an earlier era and
earned many titles in the temple of AMUNby the reign of
TUTHMOSIS II(1492–1479 B.C.E.). He was the Prophet of
the Bark of Amun; Overseer of the Prophets of MONTUin
Erment; Chief Steward of Amun, Overseer of the Gra-
naries, Storehouses, Fields, Cattle, and Slaves; Controller
of the Hall of Amun; Overseer of the Works of Amun; and
Overseer of All of the Works of the King in the Temple of
Amun. Senenmut was also honored for his architectural
skills. He was involved in the various building projects of
Hatshepsut, including the temple of DEIR EL-BAHRIon the
western shore of the Nile at Thebes and the KARNAKtem-
ple. A statue depicts him as a master architect.
He amassed more than 80 titles as an official and
administrator in the royal court and worked with
HAPUSENEBand other supporters of Hatshepsut’s reign.
Many legends concerning Senenmut have arisen over the
years. The many titles and favors bestowed upon him
have given rise to much speculation. What is known is
the fact that Senenmut dared to attempt to link his own