Pepi II Neferkare (c. 2284 BC – c. 2214 BC [2] [note 1]) was a king of the Sixth Dynasty in Egypt's Old Kingdom. His second name, Neferkare ( Nefer-ka-Re ), means "Beautiful is the Ka of Re ". He succeeded to the throne at age six, after the death of Nemtyemsaf I .

Pepi II, was the fifth king of the 6th dynasty (c. 2305–c. 2118 bce) of ancient Egypt, during whose lengthy reign the government became weakened because of internal and external troubles. Late Egyptian tradition indicates that Pepi II acceded at a young age.

Pepi II was the penultimate king of the 6th Dynasty. During his long reign, the decline of the Old Kingdom started.

Oct 11, 2024 · Pepi II, also known as Neferkare, was the pharaoh of the Sixth Dynasty of ancient Egypt. He ascended to the throne at the tender age of six and ruled for an astounding 94 years, making him one of the longest-reigning monarchs in history. His reign witnessed significant events, cultural developments, and architectural achievements.

He had made many journeys into Nubia, (the Sudan) and on one occasion wrote to the nine-year-old Pepi II, describing a dancing dwarf he was bringing back to Egypt. The unmistakable excitement of the little king shines through in the letter addressed to Harkhuf.

Pepi II, also known as Neferkare, was a pharaoh of the Sixth Dynasty of ancient Egypt. His reign is notable for its extraordinary length, traditionally considered to be around 94 years, making it one of the longest reigns in the history of ancient Egypt.

Nov 14, 2023 · Pepi II, a figure of great importance in Egyptian mythology and history, had one of the longest reigns in ancient times, exemplifying the Old Kingdom’s complexity. Both a historic ruler and a mythical icon, he epitomized pharaonic power and divine kingship.

Aug 30, 2014 · Pepi II is credited with having been the longest reigning king of Ancient Egypt. During this long reign, the 6th Dynasty started to decline and the Old Kingdom would gradually come to an end. Click on the thumbnails below to learn more about Pepi II.

May 11, 2020 · The Dual King Neferkare, the Son of Re Pepi (aka Pepi II) was the fifth king of the 6th Dynasty in the Old Kingdom, and he reigned for a very long time around about the 23rd Century BCE.

Pepi II Neferkare (2284 BC – after 2247 BC, probably either c. 2216 or c. 2184 BC) was a pharaoh of the Sixth Dynasty in Egypt’s Old Kingdom who reigned from c. 2278 BC. His second name, Neferkare (Nefer-ka-Re), means “Beautiful is the Ka of Re”.