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Babylonian

Babylonian and Akkadian sacred literature: Gilgamesh, Atrahasis, Enuma Elish, Marduk and Ishtar theology, Hammurabi, prayers, incantations, omens, scholarly texts, and wisdom.

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Texts

GlossaryA shelf-specific glossary starter for the Babylonian shelf.Introduction to Babylonian LiteratureA doorway into the Babylonian shelf: Akkadian and Babylonian epics, theology, law, omen science, prayers, incantations, and wisdom.Reader's Guide to Babylonian LiteratureA reader guide to the Babylonian shelf in the Good Works Library.
Epics5 pages
General Texts10 pages
Ishtar and the Gods3 pages
Laments and Prayers2 pages
Law and Kingship1 page
Myths and Prophecy1 page
Omens and Scholarly Texts13 pages
Prayers and Incantations25 pages
Wisdom2 pages
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