Publisher's Synopsis
The Precepts of Ptah-Hotep is a book written by Charles F. Horne that explores the ancient Egyptian text of the same name. The text, believed to have been written by the vizier Ptah-Hotep around 2400 BCE, contains a series of ethical and moral teachings that were intended to guide the behavior of young men in ancient Egypt. Horne's book provides a detailed analysis of the text, exploring its historical context and its significance within ancient Egyptian culture. He also provides a translation of the text, along with commentary and interpretation of its various precepts. The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of the text. These include discussions of the nature of wisdom, the importance of humility, the role of family and community, and the need for self-control and discipline. Overall, The Precepts of Ptah-Hotep is a fascinating exploration of an important ancient Egyptian text, and offers valuable insights into the moral and ethical values of this ancient civilization.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.
