Cleopatra Learned the Egyptian Language
Breaking from tradition, Cleopatra embarked on a journey of cultural integration during her reign. Her Ptolemaic family had always conducted affairs in Greek, the language of the ruling elite. However, Cleopatra saw the importance of connecting with her subjects and officials on a deeper level.
To achieve this, she took it upon herself to learn the Egyptian language, making her the first in her family to do so. This linguistic bridge between royalty and the common people marked a significant chapter in her legacy.
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