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Rishi-kidin
Fictional Character
"Counting Potsherds"
POD: 483 BCE;
Relevant POD: 480 BCE
Type of Appearance: Direct
Nationality: Babylonian citizen of the Persian Empire
Date of Birth: 1st century BC
Occupation: Secretary

Rishi-kidin was the secretary to the satrap Vahauka of the Persian province of Yauna. When Mithredath arrived on his mission for Khsrish IV, Rishi-kidin was at dinner with Vahauka and was present when the latter invited Mithredath dine with them. After supping, Mithredath explained he was to learn more of the deeds of Khsrish I in his conquest of Yauna. Rishi-kidin echoed Vahauka's offer of assistance and Hermippos' suggestion Mithredath explore the ruins of Athens.[1]

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  1. See. e.g., Departures, pgs. 4-7, pb.
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