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Maxims Of The Scribe Ani Also Known As The Papyrus Of Bulak

Maxims Of The Scribe Ani Also Known As The Papyrus Of Bulak

Meyer, Isaac

Hardcover

PhilosophyReligion General Fiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1169257011
ISBN13: 9781169257016
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 134
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.38 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Maxims of the Scribe Ani, also known as The Papyrus of Bulak, is a book by Isaac Meyer that presents a collection of ancient Egyptian wisdom literature. The book is based on the Papyrus of Bulak, which is a manuscript written in hieratic script and dates back to the New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt. The manuscript contains a series of maxims or proverbs that were attributed to the scribe Ani, who was a high-ranking official in the court of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. The maxims cover a wide range of topics, including ethics, morality, social behavior, and practical advice for daily life. They offer insights into the values and beliefs of ancient Egyptian society, as well as the worldview of the scribe Ani himself. The book provides a translation of the text, along with commentary and analysis of each maxim. Overall, Maxims of the Scribe Ani is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian literature and culture, as well as those seeking insights into the human experience across time and cultures.THIS 132 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Oldest Books in the World: An Account of the Religion, Wisdom, Philosophy, Ethics, Psychology, Manners, Proverbs, Sayings, Refinement, etc., of the Ancient Egyptians, by Isaac Meyer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594866.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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