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Servant of a Living God: A Novel of Ancient Egypt
Step back in time to 1669 BC when the glorious kingdom of ancient Egypt teetered on the edge of ruin amidst famine, civil war, and political upheaval. Rival warlords compete for power while enemy armies penetrate the nation’s fallen borders on all sides. Everywhere, Egypt trembles from the feet of marching men and the sky is ablaze with the fire of burning cities.
In this dark age, a king will try to bring the fragmented parts of this once-great nation back under his rule. A ruler of unyielding strength, loyalty, and ambition, he vows to restore order to his fractured nation, experiencing monumental achievements and insurmountable trials.
At his side is a young man, born in a foreign land, on the run from the law and at war with his personal demons, who shall rise to the challenges that await him. This is their story…
The Sebayts: Words of Advice, Instruction, and Philosophy from Ancient Egypt
What did the ancient Egyptians believe about living a good life? Long before the philosophies of Greece and Rome shaped the Western world, the people of ancient Egypt developed a rich tradition of wisdom literature designed to guide every aspect of life. Known as the sebayts—meaning "instructions" or "teachings"—these writings formed the moral, ethical, and philosophical foundation of Egyptian civilization for more than three thousand years.
The Sebayts brings together the timeless wisdom of ancient Egypt in a clear and accessible modern format. Drawn from numerous surviving Egyptian texts spanning over two millennia, this collection offers practical guidance on leadership, justice, family, education, personal conduct, wealth, friendship, spirituality, and the pursuit of virtue.
Carefully adapted from original ancient sources while preserving their essential message, The Sebayts reveals that many of the concerns of the ancient Egyptians—how to live well, lead wisely, treat others justly, and find meaning in life—remain as relevant today as they were thousands of years ago.
Whether you are a student of ancient history, a lover of philosophy, or simply someone seeking timeless wisdom, The Sebayts offers a fascinating journey into the moral and spiritual world of one of history's greatest civilizations.