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MAAT, Truth and Justice in Ancient Egypt

By Kerkwyk, Ben van

MAAT, Truth and Justice in Ancient Egypt Social Sciences

MAAT, Truth and Justice in Ancient Egypt

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For over three thousand years, the ancient Egyptians built a civilization whose stability, philosophy, and spiritual depth remain unmatched in human history. At the heart of their worldview stood Ma'at-a principle far greater than a goddess or moral idea. Ma'at was the architecture of existence itself: truth, justice, balance, harmony, cosmic order, and the law that governed both gods and mortals. From the rising of the sun to the judgment of the soul, from the legitimacy of kings to the alignment of temples with the stars, every aspect of Egyptian life flowed from this single, elegant force that held the universe together.This book is a comprehensive exploration of Ma'at in all her dimensions-mythological, philosophical, ethical, political, and cosmic. Drawing on ancient texts, archaeology, temple inscriptions, funerary literature, and the latest Egyptological research, it reveals how Ma'at shaped creation, guided the pharaohs, structured daily life, inspired monumental architecture, and defined moral identity. Beautifully written and deeply researched, it brings readers into the mind of a civilization that believed the universe endured only through truth and balance. Whether you are a student of ancient history or a lover of profound ideas, Ma'at: The Cosmic Order offers an unforgettable journey into the deepest wisdom of Egypt.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
438
Release Date:
2025-11-20
Publication Date:
2025-11-20
Publisher:
Ben Van Kerkwyk
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN13:
9798232206406
Weight:
630 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
23 cm
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