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"In Quiet Moments, We Find Our Greatest Insights" Ptahhotep Silk Poster - Ancient Egyptian Vizier's Wisdom on Contemplation
"In Quiet Moments, We Find Our Greatest Insights" Ptahhotep Silk Poster - Ancient Egyptian Vizier's Wisdom on Contemplation
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Elevate your space with the refined wisdom of history's first recorded philosopher. This luxurious silk poster features the profound teaching of Ptahhotep, Ancient Egyptian Vizier (circa 2400 BCE), whose "Maxims" represent humanity's earliest known philosophical writings: "In quiet moments, we find our greatest insights."
The Wisdom: Ptahhotep served under Pharaoh Djedkare Isesi and authored the world's first collection of ethical teachings - 1,000 years before any Greek philosopher was born. His understanding that silence and reflection generate wisdom laid the foundation for contemplative practices that span cultures and millennia.
Perfect For: Meditation spaces, home offices, libraries, therapy rooms, or any sanctuary where quiet reflection is valued. Ideal for mindfulness practitioners, scholars, anyone seeking to create peaceful environments, or those who appreciate that profound wisdom has African origins.
Cultural Context: As Vizier (prime minister) of Ancient Egypt, Ptahhotep governed one of history's most advanced civilizations while developing philosophical principles that influenced Egyptian culture for over 2,000 years. His "Instruction of Ptahhotep" represents humanity's first systematic approach to ethics, wisdom, and personal development - written by a brown-skinned African philosopher whose insights predate Western philosophy by a millennium.
Design Elements: Elegant typography on premium silk material that honors both the luxury of ancient Egyptian courts and the timeless nature of contemplative wisdom. The sophisticated presentation befits philosophy's true origins in African civilization.
Transform any room into a space for reflection with wisdom from the world's first known philosopher - because the pursuit of insight through quiet contemplation began in Ancient Africa.
Key Features:
- Premium heavyweight, semi-gloss 200 gsm paper with silk finish
- Water and scratch resistant
- Ideal for indoors and outdoors
- 19 sizes to choose from
- Horizontal, vertical and square options available
- Please note: heavy water flow can damage the product
- Blank product sourced from the United Kingdom
17″ x 11″ (Horizontal) | 18″ x 12″ (Horizontal) | 24″ x 16″ (Horizontal) | 30″ x 20″ (Horizontal) | 34" x 22" (Horizontal) | 36" x 24" (Horizontal) | 40" x 26" (Horizontal) | 48″ x 32″ (Horizontal) | |
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Width, in | 17.00 | 18.00 | 24.00 | 30.00 | 34.00 | 36.00 | 40.00 | 48.00 |
Height, in | 11.00 | 12.00 | 16.00 | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 32.00 |
Depth, in | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.08 |
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