Bradley Walsh: Egypt's Cosmic Code

The presenter examines the riddle of the Sphinx, analysing its origins and meaning. He reflects on the proposal that the riddle may date from an earlier period than traditionally believed, indicating that it could be significantly older than current scholarship assumes.

Riddle of the Sphinx is a programme presented as an episode, falling under the broader category of television programmes. Its format is that of a single instalment rather than a series, and it is listed simply as an episode in the genre catalogue. The title signals that the focus will be on the famous ancient puzzle associated with the Sphinx. In this instalment the presenter turns their attention to the classic riddle of the Sphinx, examining it from a fresh perspective. The central activity is the presenter’s consideration of a particular suggestion: that the riddle may actually be older than scholars have traditionally believed. This line of thought forms the backbone of the episode’s narrative. The presenter spends time weighing the implication that the riddle could pre‑date the conventional dating. By reflecting on the suggestion, they raise questions about how the age of the riddle might affect our understanding of the myth and its historical context. The discussion remains centred on the possibility of an earlier origin, without venturing into speculative details beyond that premise. Overall, the episode offers a concise yet thoughtful look at the Sphinx’s riddle, inviting viewers to reconsider established timelines. Through the presenter’s measured contemplation, the programme encourages a reassessment of how ancient puzzles are dated, keeping the focus firmly on the notion that the riddle might be older than previously thought.