Amen-em-Opet

Amen-em-Opet ( c. 1200 BC) was an Egyptian scribe who is said to have authored the "Instructions of Amen-em-Opet". It is a book of instructions from a father to a son giving advice on behaviour, deportment, and the like. The work is attributed to him, but his authorship is yet to be established. He is also knows as the "Truely Silent One of Abydos".

Wisdom & Quotes

• Give your ears, hear what is said. ...At a time when there is a whrirlwind of words, they will be a mooring-stake for your tongue.
• For man is but clay and straw, and the god is his builder, and he is tearing down or building up every day.

Lukman

Nearby pages
Amenable, Amende Honorable, Amendment, Amends, Amenity