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paddle dolls They were unique mortuary accessories in
the form of painted, flat wooden figures with elaborate
hairdos composed of string, Nile mud, faience, or golden
beads. The strings were interwoven with straw, copying the
wigs fashionable in the Middle Kingdom (2040–1640
B.C.E.). Paddle dolls were discovered in some Eleventh
Dynasty (2040–1991 B.C.E.) burial sites. Their role in the
mortuary regalia is not understood, but it is possible that
these dolls were provided as sexual companions for the
deceased, as the paddle dolls were always feminine in form.
See also MORTUARY RITUALS.

pa duat This was a popular and often used tomb cham-
ber that dates to early historical periods and served as
residences for the patron deities of the gravesites. MON-
TUHOTEP II(r. 2061–2010 B.C.E.) had a pa duatdesigned
into the upper court of his mortuary complex on the
western shore of THEBESat DEIR-EL-BAHRI. Within the pa
duat,priests dressed, anointed, and scented the images of
the deity serving as the patron of the mortuary complex.

Pa’hemmetcher(fl. 12th century B.C.E.)Cavalry offi-
cial of the Twentieth Dynasty
He served RAMESSES III(r. 1194–1163 B.C.E.) as the Master
of Horse. The Egyptian cavalry was an important element
of the nation’s military response, gaining a reputation in
neighboring lands. Extensive breeding programs were
instituted as well to insure ever-improved stocks. Pa’hem-
metcher would have commanded cavalry units as well as
the breeding programs. He was depicted in a shrine near
ABU SIMBEL, honored there for his labors during Ramesses
III’s reign.
See also KAMOSE; MILITARY.

Paheri(fl. 15th century B.C.E.)Mayoral official of the

Eighteenth Dynasty

He served TUTHMOSIS III (r. 1479–1425 B.C.E.) as the

mayor of Nekheb (modern ELKAB), and Iuny (modern

ESNA). Paheri had to concern himself with the agricul-

tural activities in his district. His gravesite near modern

Elkab was on the western shore of the Nile. Rock-cut and

large, the tomb had animated low-relief paintings depict-

ing agricultural scenes and contemporary figures. Paheri’s

charioteer, Khenmen, is shown caring for the horses

being used. These steeds are called “the excellent team of

the mayor beloved... about whom the mayor boasts to

everyone.” Paheri’s wife, Henutreneheh, is also shown in

the tomb. A statue of her was discovered there, and she is

depicted as making offerings in a wall painting. Festival

scenes in the tomb include a female harpist and a piper,

as well as the required funerary images.

Paibek’khamon(fl. 12th century B.C.E.)Harem conspir-

ator of the Twentieth Dynasty

He was involved in the HAREMrevolt directed at RAMESSES

III(r. 1194–1163 B.C.E.). Paibek’khamon was the chief

steward of the royal residence and plotted with TIYE(2), a

lesser-ranked consort who wanted to place her son,

Prince PENTAWERET, on the throne. Paibek’khamon car-

ried messages to Queen Tiye’s allies outside the palace.

When the harem revolt was attempted, all of the plotters

were arrested. Paibek’khamon was judged guilty and was

allowed to end his own life.

Pakhenti The religious shrine district south of THEBES,

dating to early historical periods, Pakhenti was associated

with the cult of the god AMUN. Shrines were erected there