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The Precepts of Ptah-Hotep

The Precepts of Ptah-Hotep

Horne, Charles F.

Hardcover

PhilosophyAncient EgyptFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1169179819
ISBN13: 9781169179813
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 28
Weight: 0.61
Height: 0.25 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
The Precepts Of Ptah-Hotep is a book written by Charles F. Horne that provides a complete translation of the ancient Egyptian text known as the Maxims of Ptah-Hotep. This text is a collection of moral and ethical teachings that were attributed to the ancient Egyptian vizier Ptah-Hotep, who lived during the Fifth Dynasty of Egypt (c. 2500 BCE).The book includes an introduction that provides historical and cultural context for the Maxims of Ptah-Hotep, as well as an analysis of the text's themes and messages. The translation itself is presented in a clear and accessible manner, making it easy for readers to understand and appreciate the wisdom contained within.The Precepts Of Ptah-Hotep is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian culture, philosophy, or ethics. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the mindset and values of one of the most influential civilizations in human history, and offers timeless insights into the nature of human behavior and morality.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Egypt, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100073.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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