Did Cleopatra really say 'Call me not a queen, but a goddess.'?

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Call me not a queen, but a goddess.

— Cleopatra Ancient · Last pharaoh of Egypt

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"I will not be a captive. I will not be a triumph."

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A general sentiment attributed to her, reflecting her desire to be perceived as divine, as recorded by various ancient historians.

Date: c. 50-30 BCE

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