Her DoingApr 28

From @joannechocolat

Naqiʾa was a wife of the Assyrian king Sennacherib (705–681 BC).

She was highly influential in Assyrian #history as well as being one of only a few Assyrian women to be depicted in art,

... and is the only known ancient Assyrian figure other than kings to write and issue a treaty. 🤩

#CelebratingWomen #Zakūtu #Naqiʾa #Assyria

World History EncyclopediaMar 25
The lives of women in ancient Mesopotamia were regulated by a patriarchal hierarchy, but within this social structure, there were many who distinguished themselves and some who were able to assume positions traditionally held by men. #History #Zakutu #ShapurI #Semiramis #Mesopotamia #Esarhaddon #Enheduanna #Women #HistoryFact https://whe.to/ci/2-2084-en/
Ten Great Ancient Mesopotamian Women: Monarchs, Generals, and Scribes

The lives of women in ancient Mesopotamia were regulated by a patriarchal hierarchy, but within this social structure, there were many who distinguished themselves and some who were able to assume positions...

World History Encyclopedia