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He advises Haydn Gula to abandon cowardice and indecision, encouraging him to take decisive action, embodying the spirit of the industrious Babylonians who built a city famous for its engineering marvels and cultural accomplishments. Shirou Nada's own rise from slavery exemplifies that diligent effort and integrity attract respect, prosperity, and personal dignity.
The Illusion of Wealth and the True Foundations of Success
The narration underscores that Babylon’s wealth was not merely natural but was largely built through human ingenuity—irrigation, architecture, and commerce. Despite its lack of natural resources like forests or minerals, Babylon thrived because of engineering, agriculture, and the initiative of its people.