AS 133.320 - Wisdom and Knowledge in Ancient Egypt

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Johns Hopkins University

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Description:

Already in Antiquity, the Egyptians had a reputation for wisdom and “secret” knowledge. But what was the reality behind this reputation? Who was a “wise man” or “wise woman” in Egypt? How did they organize and teach scientific ideas and concepts? How did they compose, maintain, and transmit the “books” containing their canon of knowledge? From the abundant ethical, scientific, literary, magical, and religious writings of the Egyptians we will attempt to understand what wisdom and knowledge meant to the Ancient Egyptians.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jhu.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 516-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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