Abode Quote by Cyrus the Great
“May all the gods whom I settled in their sacred centers ask daily of Bêl and Nâbu that my days be long and may they intercede for my welfare. ... The people of Babylon blessed my kingship, and I settled all the lands in peaceful abodes.”
About This Quote
Source Stele inscription, 6th century BCE, Babylonian Empire
The king petitions the gods for longevity and welfare, thanking them for peaceful rule over settled lands.
In simple terms: A ruler asks deities for long life and prosperity for his people.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine or moral guidance for leadership stability.
Themes
leadership
religion
prosperity
peace
Mood
solemn
hopeful
Type
historical
prayerful
When to use this quote
- royal coronation
- public prayers
- territorial expansion
- peace treaties
Key Concepts
ancient Near Eastern politics
theology
statecraft
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance faith and policy?
- What rituals support societal stability?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on divine favor may ignore practical governance.
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