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The Precepts Of The Prefect and Feudal Lord Ptah-hotep

The Precepts Of The Prefect and Feudal Lord Ptah-hotep

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PhilosophyAncient History GeneralBible Studies

ISBN10: 1425308880
ISBN13: 9781425308889
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 8 2005
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The book The Precepts Of The Prefect and Feudal Lord Ptah-hotep by Isaac Meyer is a translation of an ancient Egyptian text known as the Maxims of Ptah-hotep. This text is believed to have been written around 2500 BCE and is one of the oldest known works of literature in the world. The book contains a collection of teachings and advice given by Ptah-hotep, a high-ranking official in ancient Egypt, to his son. The teachings cover a wide range of topics including ethics, morality, leadership, and personal conduct. The text is divided into 37 chapters, each of which focuses on a specific topic. Some of the topics covered include the importance of humility, the value of hard work, the need for honesty and integrity, and the role of a leader in society. The book provides a fascinating insight into the values and beliefs of ancient Egyptian society and offers valuable lessons that are still relevant today. The translation by Isaac Meyer is highly regarded for its accuracy and readability, making this ancient text accessible to modern readers. Overall, The Precepts Of The Prefect and Feudal Lord Ptah-hotep is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian culture and philosophy, as well as those seeking guidance on how to live a virtuous and fulfilling life.THIS 38 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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