For thy sake I have rejected wickedness. I have done no
hurt unto man, nor have I wrought harm unto beasts. I
have committed no crime in the place of Right and Truth.
I have had no knowledge of evil; nor have I acted
wickedly. Each day have I laboured more than was
required of me...I have caused no wrong to be done to the
servant by his master. I have caused none to feel pain. I
have made [no man] to weep. I have not committed
murder; nor have I ever bidden any man to slay on my
behalf. I have not wronged the people.
Background information: This excerpt comes from
the Egyptian Book of the Dead, which gives
instructions regarding how to reach the Egyptian
afterlife. Upon arriving at the Hall of Justice, where one
enters the afterlife, the dead soul had to swear to this
statement:
What key principles of Egyptian culture are contained
in this statement? Select all that apply.
Gaining of material wealth
Working very hard.
Emphasizing the importance of family.
Living a religious life.
Respecting those above you.