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The maxims of Ptah-hotep

Book • 2003
The Maxims of Ptahhotep is an ancient Egyptian literary work attributed to Ptahhotep, a Vizier under Pharaoh Djedkare Isesi.

The text, part of the genre known as 'sebayt', provides wisdom on various virtues necessary for living a good life, including silence, timing, truthfulness, and relationships.

It emphasizes the importance of Ma'at, a central concept in Egyptian culture representing balance and order.

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