Publisher's Synopsis
""The Teaching of Amen-Em-Ope and Other Biblical Books"" is a scholarly work by W. O. E. Oesterley that explores the wisdom literature of ancient Egypt and its similarities to the biblical books of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. The focus of the book is on the teachings of Amen-Em-Ope, an Egyptian sage who lived during the New Kingdom period. Oesterley analyzes the text of Amen-Em-Ope's teachings and compares them to biblical wisdom literature, highlighting the shared themes of morality, ethics, and practical advice for living a good life. The book also includes translations of other Egyptian wisdom texts, providing further insight into the ancient wisdom tradition. Overall, ""The Teaching of Amen-Em-Ope and Other Biblical Books"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the similarities and differences between the wisdom traditions of ancient Egypt and Israel.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Wisdom of Egypt and the Old Testament in the Light of the Newly Discovered Teachings of Amen-em-ope, by W. O. E. Oesterley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766104451.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.
