Djedi  | |
|---|---|
| Title | Prince of Egypt |
| Parent(s) | Prince Rahotep and Nofret |
| Relatives | Two brothers and three sisters- Itu, Neferkau, Mereret, Nedjemib, Sethtet |
Djedi was an Egyptian prince who lived during Fourth Dynasty of Egypt. He was a son of Prince Rahotep and Nofret, grandson of pharaoh Sneferu and nephew of pharaoh Khufu. He had two brothers and three sisters.[1] He is depicted in the tomb chapels of his parents and bears there the title "King's Acquaintance".
In an ancient Egyptian tale, "Khufu and the Magicians", mention is made of a magician called Djedi or Dedi, and it is possible that this mythical person was inspired by the real prince Djedi, Khufu's nephew.[2]
- ^ W. M. Flinders Petrie: Medum, London 1892, plate XV (online: [1])
- ^ Tales of Magic in Ancient Egypt