Ptahhotep
Ancient Egyptian vizier / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Ptahhotep?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
Ptahhotep (Ancient Egyptian: ptḥ ḥtp "Peace of Ptah"), sometimes known as Ptahhotep I or Ptahhotpe, was an ancient Egyptian vizier during the late 25th century BC and early 24th century BC Fifth Dynasty of Egypt. He is credited with authoring The Maxims of Ptahhotep, an early piece of Egyptian "wisdom literature" meant to instruct young men in appropriate behavior.
Quick Facts Dynasty, Pharaoh ...
Ptahhotep | |
---|---|
Vizier | |
Dynasty | 5th Dynasty |
Pharaoh | Djedkare Isesi |
Wife | Khamerernebty |
Children | Akhethotep |
Burial | A mastaba in Saqqara |
Close