The Egyptian Papers

Digitized and Compiled Reformed and Ancient Egyptian from the life of the prophet Joseph Smith.

Reformed and Ancient Egyptian Papers

There are currently 61 known pages of Reformed and Ancient Egyptian content* produced during the Prophet Joseph Smith’s life. All of their included characters will eventually be digitized here in various formats for easy accessibility and studying. So far the project is about 70% complete in initially digitizing the characters.

*Not Including Abraham Manuscripts

Chart showing the progress of the Egyptian Papers project. Egyptian Alphabets, Grammar & Alphabet of the Egyptian Language, Anthon Transcripts characters, and more.

GAEL: Grammar and Alphabet of the Egyptian Language

The Grammar and Alphabet of the Egyptian Language is a 34 page volume that lines up characters from the Egyptian Alphabet documents with grammatical explanations and definitions. It was written by the hand of William W. Phelps with a few entries added by Warren Parrish. Evidence suggests that Phelps was the main driver behind the GAEL. Is is unsure the exact timeline involving the creation of the GAEL. The Joseph Smith Papers lists the document as originating anywhere from July to November 1835 while some scholars argue for an early 1836 date.

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Egyptian Alphabets, circa Early July–circa November 1835