The Twenty-third Dynasty in Ancient Egypt
The most famous kings of the Twenty-third Dynasty are:
- Takelot II, who ruled almost two years ago "840 BC - 815 BC". He was succeeded by Bedopast I in Thebes and the rule of Upper Egypt.
- Budapest I "829 BC - 804 BC" was installed as king in Thebes in the year 11 of the reign of Takelot II, igniting a civil war between him and the team of King Takelot II and his son, Crown Prince Osorkon.
Shushenq VI behind Bedopast I in Thebes and the rule of Upper Egypt
Osorkon III or Sarcon III C.E Mary Amon was the chief priest of Amun.
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