Gods of Ancient Egypt: Thoth
An in-depth exploration of Thoth, the ancient Egyptian deity of wisdom, writing, and knowledge, detailing his attributes, representations, and significance in Egyptian culture. Thoth: The God of Wisdom and Writing…
Ancient Egyptian Literature – The Tale of the Eloquent Peasant
The story revolves around a peasant named xw.n-inpw from the Wadi Natrun region who sets out to Egypt to fetch provisions for his family. ​ On his journey, he encounters…
Ancient Egyptian Literature – Instruction of Ptah Hotep
The Instruction of Ptahhotep, also known as The Maxims of Ptahhotep, is an ancient Egyptian wisdom text attributed to Vizier Ptahhotep, who served under King Djedkare Isesi of the Fifth…
Myths and Legends of Ancient Egypt – Judgment of Horus and Seth
The Judgment of Horus and Seth, also known as the Contendings of Horus and Seth, is an ancient Egyptian myth that recounts the story of the gods’ struggle for the…