ancient Egyptian wisdom text
C37640
concept
An ancient Egyptian wisdom text is a didactic composition, often framed as advice from a father or high official to a younger person, that conveys moral teachings, practical guidance, and social norms for living rightly within Ma’at.
Observed surface forms (2)
| Surface form | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| ancient Egyptian literary text | 3 |
| ancient Egyptian text | 1 |
Instances (7)
| Instance | Via concept surface |
|---|---|
| Instruction of Ptahhotep | — |
| Instruction of Hordjedef | — |
| Papyrus Anastasi I | ancient Egyptian literary text |
| The Report of Wenamun | ancient Egyptian literary text |
| Papyrus Anastasi II | ancient Egyptian literary text |
| Instruction for King Merikare | — |
| The Debate Between a Man and His Soul | ancient Egyptian text |