Iufaa (vizier)

Iufaa was an ancient Egyptian official who lived during the late 27th Dynasty and early Persian Period (c. 500 BCE). He served as vizier and held other important titles under the Persian rulers of Egypt. He is particularly known for the discovery of his intact tomb in 1997 in the necropolis of Saqqara.

Iufaa's tomb provides valuable insights into the religious beliefs and funerary practices of the era. The tomb was richly decorated and contained a large collection of funerary equipment, including sarcophagi, canopic jars, and numerous shabti figurines intended to serve him in the afterlife.

The discovery of Iufaa's well-preserved tomb is significant because it offers a rare glimpse into the lives and roles of high-ranking officials during a period of foreign rule in Egypt. It highlights the degree to which some Egyptians were able to maintain positions of power and influence even under Persian domination and demonstrates the continuity of ancient Egyptian funerary traditions during this period. His titles suggest considerable authority and responsibility in the administration of Egypt under Persian rule.

Further study of Iufaa’s tomb and its contents continues to contribute to our understanding of ancient Egyptian history and culture during a complex and transitional period.