Why Gilgamesh is sacred
Title: Why Gilgamesh is sacred
Category: /Society & Culture/Religion
Details: Words: 552 | Pages: 2 (approximately 235 words/page)
Why Gilgamesh is sacred
Category: /Society & Culture/Religion
Details: Words: 552 | Pages: 2 (approximately 235 words/page)
With such an interesting storyline and well developed characters, how could one not want to keep this story in circulation? It is a story that displays a picture as to how things were at that time and what values were instilled in the kingdoms. This fascinating lore was a very effective way of teaching others about the Sumerian culture and the morals of the people. Also, this epic was a way of branching historical insight
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that man can think himself to be immortal, realizing that all humans are mortal.
This epic contains many wonderful things that presented themselves as very useful to the Babylonians. The simple fact of just having it in storage for future reference and study is reason enough to keep it. Its ability to teach, explain history, and outline religious beliefs remains a very practical tool for the Babylonians to use and pass down to future generations.