Meet Ahikar (Ahiqar). He was the legendary court sage linked with Assyrian kings Sennacherib and Esarhaddon. His story survives in Imperial Aramaic on 5th-century BCE papyri from Elephantine, Egypt. His sayings resemble themes also found in Biblical Proverbs and the Wisdom of Sirach.
In the first 10 minutes, you'll hear Ahikar’s core teachings. Short, direct lines. Guidance on character, speech, money, loyalty, patience, and work. Clear voice over minimalist ambient. Focus on the words.
Then, in the next 10 minutes, it'll be quiet ambient soundscapes for reflection. Use this time to reflect on the proverbs and consider how to apply them.
Ahikar survives false charges and betrayal by his adopted heir, then returns to service. His wisdom spread across languages for centuries. The earliest manuscript traces come from Elephantine.
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