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The Precepts Of The Prefect and Feudal Lord Ptah-hotep

The Precepts Of The Prefect and Feudal Lord Ptah-hotep

Meyer, Isaac

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ISBN10: 1161565647
ISBN13: 9781161565645
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.65
Height: 0.25 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
The Precepts Of The Prefect and Feudal Lord Ptah-hotep is a book written by Isaac Meyer. It is a translation and commentary of an ancient Egyptian text, believed to have been written by Ptah-hotep, a high-ranking official in the court of Pharaoh Djedkare Isesi during the Old Kingdom period. The text is a collection of moral and ethical teachings, providing guidance on how to live a virtuous and successful life. It covers topics such as humility, respect for authority, honesty, and the importance of education. The book also includes historical and cultural context, as well as explanations of the Egyptian language and hieroglyphics used in the original text. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in ancient Egyptian history, philosophy, and ethics.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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