One would have to see the depiction of Anubis is answer this fully, but Anubis was also a protective god of the dead, thus perhaps the need for a khopesh as the Duat (underworld) through which the dead traveled with Anubis was viewed as dangerous.
He carried a Khopesh sword
Anubis had nothing to do with any "book".
The khopesh was used in early Middle Eastern warfare.
Anubis carried a staff.
A flaming Khopesh with roses wrapped around it. (See the link below for an image of a Khopesh).
a khopesh
it is pronounced co pesh
That was a Khopesh which is an Egyptian sickle-sword that evolved from battle axes. The khopesh went out of use around 1300 BC. However, in the 196 BC Rosetta Stone it is referenced as the "sword" .
The khopesh was primarily used as a weapon in ancient Egypt. It was a curved sword with a sharpened edge on the outside of the curve, making it effective for slashing and cutting in combat.
The khopesh was a curved sword used by ancient Egyptians in warfare. Its historical significance lies in its unique design and effectiveness in close combat. The khopesh symbolized power and authority, and its use in battle demonstrated the military prowess of the Egyptian army. Its curved blade allowed for powerful slashing and cutting motions, making it a formidable weapon on the battlefield. The khopesh played a crucial role in shaping the tactics and strategies of ancient Egyptian warfare, contributing to their success in conquest and defense.
The khopesh sword's history can be traced back to Sumer in the third millennium of BC. It was invented because Sumerians wanted a way to unhook their enemies shields or disarm them. When it was used for attacking the holder would slash.
scimitars for sure i found it in the text