Legacy Cleopatra | A Taste for Betrayal | 1
Apr 30, 2024
Cleopatra's luxuriously violent rise to power, betrayal by close allies, controversial portrayal as a black woman, origins in vibrant Alexandria, political maneuverings in Rome, and power struggles with Mark Antony amidst growing tensions between Rome and Egypt.
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Cleopatra's Name
- Cleopatra's name, meaning "glory of the father," reveals her connection to her father.
- This highlights the influence of Ptolemy XII (Aulates) on her life and reign.
Alexandria's Significance
- Cleopatra was born in Alexandria, a cosmopolitan hub connecting the Mediterranean, Middle East, and India.
- The city thrived due to trade and the Nile's abundant resources, making it a breadbasket.
Ptolemaic Dynasty
- The Ptolemies, of Greek descent, ruled Egypt and practiced sibling marriage to maintain power.
- This strategy aimed to preserve their bloodline and prevent powerful Egyptian families from challenging their rule.