Oxyrhynchus Papyri

The Oxyrhynchus Papyri are a collection of ancient manuscripts discovered in Oxyrhynchus, Egypt, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Dating from the 3rd century BCE to the 7th century CE, these papyrus fragments include a wide variety of documents, such as literary texts, religious writings, and everyday records. They provide valuable insights into life in ancient Egypt and the Hellenistic world. The discovery has revolutionized our understanding of early literature, including lost works of Greek and Roman authors, and highlights the diversity of ancient society.