Lhe word Maât, in the pharaonic language is used to signify, truth, justice, rectitude, balance and order. This principle is symbolized by a woman with winged arms. It is also the opposite of the word "Isfet", which means, injustice, lies, greed, disorder etc.
The origin of Maât
The socio-historical establishment of Maat begins in black Africa in pre-dynastic times to 4 000 - 3 500 av. JC., At the moment when the Egyptian state was not yet united (Upper and Lower Egypt). His revelation will mostly take place from the conquest of the Sudanese King Narmer. Now there are 5 realities and 5 dimensions of Maat: Dimensions Realities
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