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The Epic of Gilgamesh is an epic poem from ancient Mesopotamia, and is regarded as the earliest surviving notable literature and the second oldest religious text. The first half of the story discusses Gilgamesh, king of Uruk, and Enkidu, a wild man created by the gods to stop Gilgamesh from oppressing the people of Uruk. After Enkidu becomes civilized through sexual initiation with Shamhat, he travels to Uruk, where he challenges Gilgamesh to a test of strength. Gilgamesh wins the contest;... Babylon Art, The Epic Of Gilgamesh, Gilgamesh And Enkidu, Epic Of Gilgamesh, Legends And Myths, Ancient Mesopotamia, Collaborative Art, Mystical Creatures, Mesopotamia

The Epic of Gilgamesh is an epic poem from ancient Mesopotamia, and is regarded as the earliest surviving notable literature and the second oldest religious text. The first half of the story discusses Gilgamesh, king of Uruk, and Enkidu, a wild man created by the gods to stop Gilgamesh from oppressing the people of Uruk. After Enkidu becomes civilized through sexual initiation with Shamhat, he travels to Uruk, where he challenges Gilgamesh to a test of strength. Gilgamesh wins the…

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