Through ages past and present day,
Goddesses walk in mortal clay.
Their stories echo in our souls,
As history's pages slowly unroll.
We are the embodiment divine,
Of mythical powers, timeless design.
Oshun's beauty, Artemis' might,
Durga's strength, Athena's sight.
Nefertiti, beauty divine,
Her image through millennia shine.
Yet was she more than just a face?
A pharaoh in her own right's grace
Cleopatra VII Philopator, last of Ptolemy's line,
Reduced to beauty, her rule maligned.
A polyglot, a shrewd tactician,
More than just Caesar's acquisition.
Wu Zetian rose from concubine to throne,
China's only empress to rule alone.
Vilified, yet her reign brought peace,
Arts and learning saw great increase.
Catherine of Aragon, cast aside,
Her worth reduced, her faith denied.
Yet in her strength, she stood tall,
A queen in spirit through it all.
Catherine De Medici, the serpent queen,
Maligned, feared, rarely seen
As the skilled regent she became,
Italy's fate, her secret game.
Unmarried, yet a sight unseen.
They questioned her right to the throne,
But she ruled England on her own.
Rani Lakshmibai, the Jhansi queen,
Fought the British, fierce and keen.
In man's attire, sword in hand,
She became legend across the land.
Harriet Tubman, Moses of her people,
Defied death, outsmarted evil.
From slave to spy to suffragette,
Her courage we must never forget.
Yaa Asantewaa, Ashanti's might,
Led her people in freedom's fight.
Queen mother turned warrior bold,
Against the British, her strength untold.
Josephine Baker, Paris' brown star,
Civil rights fighter near and far.
Exoticized, yet never tamed,
Her heritage proudly reclaimed
Diana, our Princess, the people's true heart,
Hounded by vultures who tore her apart.
Her kindness blazed, a guiding light,
Extinguished far too soon that night.
Vanessa Williams, crown revoked,
When old photos the flames stoked.
Yet she rose up, refined by fire,
To heights that many still admire.
Cheslie Kryst, more than a 'Miss USA',
Brilliant mind, gone too soon one day.
The pressure of perfection's toll,
Reminds us to care for each and every soul.
Serena Williams, power on court,
Her body critiqued, her skills fall short?
In victory and loss, she's shown
True strength in muscle, mind, and bone.
Meghan Markle-Sussex, royal outsider, faced hate's bitter sting,
Tabloids' venom and courtiers' whispering.
From palace walls, she broke free to stand tall,
Her voice now a beacon, answering justice's call.
Actress turned activist, she fights oppression's reign,
Her journey sparks hope for those who bear pain.
In leaving the crown, she claimed her own power,
Now champions change, equality's tower.
Nga Wai Hono i te po, Māori throne ascends,
Young queen bridging rivers, cultures, and trends.
In her veins, the mana of ancestors flows,
Her crown, a beacon as Aotearoa grows.
Rangatahi wahine, with wisdom beyond years,
Faces the future, dispelling colonial fears.
In her name, waters join; in her reign, people unite,
Kiingitanga's new dawn, breaking through the night
Michelle Obama, intellect and grace combined,
First Black First Lady, brilliance defined.
Lawyer, mentor, faced undue scrutiny,
Rose above slurs with poise and dignity.
They mocked her roots, her body, her style,
Yet she stood tall, mile after mile.
"When they go low, we go high," she said,
Inspiring millions, her words widespread.
From food deserts to girls' education,
Her mission reached across the nation.
More than a role, she redefined power,
Her legacy blooms, an ever-growing flower.
Kamala Harris, Madam VP,
Attacked for race and pedigree.
Yet she persists, breaking
barriers that once were high,
For all the women & daughters
who dare to fly.
Nefertiti and Cleopatra, Hathor's grace,
Wu Zetian, like Nuwa, her people did embrace.
Elizabeth channeled Athena's wisdom and might,
While Yaa Asantewaa bore Artemis' fighting light.
Tubman, Moses of her people, Oshun's daughter true,
Her strength like Durga, guiding enslaved to freedom new.
Diana and Meghan, our modern Frigga, with compassion so bright,
Serena and Nga Wai Hono i te po both embodying Sekhmet's power and fight.
Michelle and Kamala, Themis' scales they hold,
Seeking justice and equality, righteous and bold.
These women, us; us, these women,
Our shared divinity unshaken.
In every girl and woman's face,
A goddess shines with timeless grace.
We are the embodiment divine,
In each of us, a sacred power
and strength to be kind.
Like those before us, we'll rise high,
Our spirits soar, our power fly.
For in each woman's heart and mind,
The strength of goddesses we find.
Through time and spirit , we're all connected,
Our worth and power resurrected.
We are these women, they are us,
Divinity in earthly dust.
So stand we now, and stand we proud,
Our voices strong, our spirits loud.
For we're the daughters of the divine,
And now's our moment, now's our time.
Nefertiti
Nefertiti was an ancient Egyptian queen who lived around 1370–1330 BC, during the 18th Dynasty. She was the Great Royal Wife of Pharaoh Akhenaten and played a significant role in the religious revolution that saw the worship of the sun deity Aten rise to prominence. Nefertiti is one of the most iconic figures of ancient Egypt, especially known for her beauty and the famous bust that depicts her, which has become one of the most recognized artifacts of the ancient world.
Key Aspects of Nefertiti’s Life and Role:
Marriage to Akhenaten: Nefertiti was married to Pharaoh Akhenaten, and they ruled together from around 1353 to 1336 BC. They are famous for abandoning the traditional Egyptian polytheistic religion in favor of monotheism, worshipping Aten, the sun disc, as the only god. This period, known as the Amarna Period, marked a significant departure from long-standing religious practices in Egypt.
Religious Revolution: Nefertiti played a key role in this religious transformation. She is often depicted alongside Akhenaten in religious and ceremonial scenes, showing her prominence and influence. The couple moved the capital to a new city, Akhetaten (modern-day Amarna), dedicated to the worship of Aten.
Iconography and Depictions: Nefertiti is best known for her stunning depiction in the famous bust found at Amarna, now housed in the Neues Museum in Berlin. The bust highlights her graceful beauty, with a long neck, high cheekbones, and a tall, flat-topped blue crown. It is one of the most recognizable images from ancient Egypt, though its purpose remains debated, with some suggesting it was a model used by sculptors.
Power and Influence: Nefertiti is believed to have been more than just a consort; she may have ruled as co-regent with Akhenaten and possibly even as a pharaoh after his death, although this is debated. Some scholars speculate that she might have ruled under the name Neferneferuaten before Tutankhamun took the throne, but concrete evidence of her later role is scarce.
Disappearance from Records: Nefertiti’s name disappears from the historical record around the 12th year of Akhenaten’s reign, leading to much speculation. Some theories suggest that she may have died, while others argue that she may have assumed a new name and title, possibly ruling as a co-pharaoh in her own right.
Cultural Legacy: Nefertiti's legacy has endured for millennia. She is often portrayed as the epitome of feminine beauty and power in ancient Egypt. The famous bust of Nefertiti is symbolic of the grandeur of ancient Egypt and her unique role as a powerful queen.
Nefertiti’s Significance:
Nefertiti was more than just a beautiful queen; she was a powerful figure in one of Egypt’s most controversial and radical periods. Her influence during the reign of Akhenaten and the Amarna Period left an indelible mark on Egypt’s history, and her image continues to captivate the modern world. While much about her remains a mystery, Nefertiti’s story reflects the complexities of power, religion, and artistry in ancient Egypt.
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Catherine of Aragon
Catherine De Medici
Queen Elizabeth I
Rani Lakshmibai
Harriet Tubman
Yaa Asantewaa
Josephine Baker
Diana, our Princess
Vanessa Williams
Cheslie Kryst
Serena Williams
Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex
Ngā Wai Hono i te Pō Paki
Michelle Obama
Kamala Harris
Hathor
Nuwa
Athena
Artemis
Oshun
Durga
Frigga
Sekhmet
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