The Development and Meaning of the Epic of Gilgamesh

The Development and Meaning of the Epic of Gilgamesh.

After reading the Epic of Gilgamesh translated by Herbert Mason and Tzvi Abusch’s “The Development and Meaning of the Epic of Gilgamesh: An Interpretive Essay write a 3-5-page demonstrating an understanding of the question below:

The Development and Meaning of the Epic of Gilgamesh

Firstly, which Akkadian version of the Epic of Gilgamesh (explained in Tzvi Abusch’s essay). Does Herbert Mason most closely follow: the Old Babylonian, Eleven Tablet or Twelve Tablet version?

Secondly, does he incorporate parts of each version?

Explain and give examples.

One inch margins on all four sides; 10, 11, or 12 point font or type face; double-spaced; Additionally, Indent each new paragraph by using the “tab” key on your keyboard WITH FOOTNOTES.

More details;

Additionally, What is Gilgamesh famous for?

The best-known and most popular hero in the mythology of the ancient Near East, Gilgamesh was a Sumerian* king who wish ed to become immortal. Endowed with superhuman strength, courage, and power, he appeared in numerous legends and myths, including the Epic of Gilgamesh.

Also, What is the message of Gilgamesh?

The main theme in The Epic of Gilgamesh is that wisdom and kindness are superior attainments to immortality. Also, immortality may symbolize all self-centered attainments such as strength and power.

Besides, What does the Epic of Gilgamesh teach us?

Gilgamesh is introduced to us as a tyrant king who does as he pleases and has little regard for his subjects. Aruru creates Enkidu to strike a balance against Gilgamesh’s tyrannical ways. Lastly, his purpose in the story is to help Gilgamesh become the king he needs to be and to teach him about what is most valuable in life.