One who is serious all day will never have a good time, while one who is frivolous all day will never establish a household. - Ptahhotep

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One who is serious all day will never have a good time, while one who is frivolous all day will never establish a household.

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About Ptahhotep

, sometimes known as Ptahhotpe or Ptah-Hotep, is the name of a vizier and philosopher. He was vizier to Djedkare Isesi.

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Alternative Names: Ptah-Hotep • Ptah-hotep • Ptah Hotep • Ptahhotpe
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Follow your desire as long as you live and do not perform more than is ordered; do not lessen the time of following desire, for the wasting of time is an abomination to the spirit... When riches are gained, follow desire, for riches will not profit if one is sluggish.
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