Angamon was Stoic leader in Rome. [1] Contended with mystery cults. [2] Exemplified by 4th Book of Maccabees, Wisdom of Solomon. [3] Highest purely human philosophy; taught virtue is its own reward. [4] Influence on Paul. [5] Jesus sought out worthwhile Stoic leaders. [6] Occidental religion languished until days of. [7] Soul achieves liberty in harmony with nature, conscience, God. [8] Wise man is king. [9]