This paper utilizes the analytic tool of historical comparative linguistics to explicate a more accurate and rich understanding of the ancient Kemetic ethical principle known as [mAa.t] “Ma’at” (truth, justice, reciprocity, and righteousness) by examining its lexical cognates among modern African languages. Visit this link for the full abstract: https://www.academia.edu/28155882/Abstract_for_Cheikh_Anta_Diop_Conference_2016_-_A_linguistic_assessment_of_Ma_at_and_its_usage_in_modern_African_communities_of_memory_