Prostitutes Queens

Religious Origins and Social Mobility

In ancient times prostitutes were often associated with religious rites.

Elevation to Royal Status

Some prostitutes attained considerable status and wealth, such as the queen of Egypt who was initially a prostitute.

Legendary Figures and Cultural Echoes

The famous Greek courtesan Rhodopis was said to have built a pyramid, though this is likely a legend. The phrase the fairest of them all was originally used to describe a queen who had been a prostitute.

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