Dualism In Gilgamesh

There is a dualism in the text “Gilgamesh”. This text is an epic story of great loved followed by grief which ends in a great change in character. This epic story’s main character, Gilgamesh, is the person who is feared, respected and a person who hates and loves. But Enkidu made drastic change in Gilgamesh’s life. Before Enkidu came into Gilgamesh’s life, Gilgamesh was really a strong person and he was even called two thirds god. He boasted about his victories and other achievements. But, the first change that came into his life was the coming of Enkidu. Enkidu was the only one who would serve as a lifelong companion to Gilgamesh. This great friendship began to change Gilgamesh’s selfish ways, his arrogance and the abuse of his power. He opened