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    The Epic of Gilgamesh

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    The Epic of Gilgamesh The story of Gilgamesh was one of the world’s first literary works but most importantly the very first epic. “An epic or heroic poem is a long narrative poem‚ on a serious subject [that was] written in a grand or elevated style‚ centered on a larger-than-life hero” (Lynch). Because it was only recited orally for many centuries it was forgotten and vanished until “it was recorded at Sumer in the late third millennium B.C.E” (Fiero 19). The story of Gilgamesh is about an arrogant

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    There are many vices and virtues displayed in the Epic of Gilgamesh. The Epic of Gilgamesh is a tale from ancient Babylon. Its hero‚ Gilgamesh the king of Uruk‚ is two-thirds god and one-third man. Throughout the epic‚ which consists of three stories‚ the character of Gilgamesh is developed. This is accomplished by changing the vices he possesses at the start of the epic‚ and replacing them with virtues he receives by its completion. “A virtue is a quality of righteousness‚ goodness‚ or moral

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    epic of GilgameshGilgamesh and how he is as a ruler changes drastically from the beginning of the epic to the end. In the beginning of the epic Gilgamesh is almost childlike in his views on his kingdom and the people he rules. As the epic progresses Gilgamesh grows with his reputation and support of his friend Enkidu. By the end of the epic Gilgamesh has matured to the point of selflessness. In the beginning of the epic in the prologue it states that the gods created Gilgamesh and gave

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    of One Whole: Comparing and Contrasting Gilgamesh and Enkidu Essay In The Epic of Gilgamesh‚ translated by Herbert Mason‚ the creator of the epic introduced Enkidu to serve as the other half of the protagonist‚ Gilgamesh. Gilgamesh and Enkidu were alike in many ways‚ especially in physical attributes and loyalty‚ however they both came from different backgrounds and had differences in personalities and mind sets. In the beginning‚ Enkidu opposed Gilgamesh‚ but once they became partners‚ they aided

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    tragic flaw of the hero. In the Epic of Gilgamesh‚ the protagonist fills the classic example of a hero through some obvious and sometimes more subtle aspects of the story. Without a hero‚ there is no epic. Likewise‚ without Gilgamesh‚ there is no epic tale of his triumph. Through his changes in character and environment‚ Gilgamesh completes his compelling journey as an entirely changed person. I believe that person is a hero. In The Epic of GilgameshGilgamesh is a brute tyrant who rules the kingdom

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    protagonist’s character as the story progresses. This is also true in the Epic of Gilgamesh. In the beginning of the story‚ the protagonist‚ Gilgamesh appears to be an arrogant and flawless ruler who oppresses the weak but towards the end his attitude changes; he became more modest and humble. Many experiences led Gilgamesh to question his goals towards life and ultimately altered his perception. Throughout the story‚ Gilgamesh act differently in many scenarios which shows the progression for his transformation;

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    as a God‚ he can live forever without boundaries or conventions. Gilgamesh longs for everything this transcendent hero embodies. Therefore he goes on a long‚ arduous journey with the hopes of freeing himself from the constraints of mortality and humanity‚ only to become more like the winged hero from the seal. In the beginning of the epic‚ Gilgamesh is all-powerful and despotic. He is two thirds god and one third human. (Gilgamesh I: 45) He built the great city of Uruk up from nothing‚ only to rule

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    There are many inferences readers can make from the Epic of Gilgamesh about Mesopotamian cities‚ politics‚ and religion. Gilgamesh’s personality‚ background‚ journey‚ and beliefs can relate to each of these aspects of Mesopotamia. Mesopotamian politics can be learned through Gilgamesh and the way he controls Uruk and the people of Uruk. The religion of the Mesopotamian people can directly relate to the people of Uruk and the Gods and Goddesses in this epic poem. Lastly‚ you can obtain a better understanding

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    Heroism Essay

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    heroic in a way. Maybe you stood up for someone in the hallway that was being bullied and sacrificed how people perceived you as being “cool”. Or maybe you just performed a random act of kindness for someone for no reason at all. Additionally‚ heroism can be resisting temptations as well. “I tell you that there are terrible temptations which it requires strength‚ strength and courage to yield to.”- Oscar Wilde. Resisting peer pressure is a good example of being heroic. Being excluded from the “cool”

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    Compare Achilles and Gilgamesh as heroes. All heroes are great and powerful. But not one is quite like the other. Some fly and some live right next door to you. A hero is dependent‚ brave‚ strong‚ a leader‚ and is the noblest of men. Achilles and Gilgamesh are two heroes that lived in different times but share so many heroic qualities. But they are never too alike. I will compare Achilles to Gilgamesh by showing that they both were hungry for more power‚ they are both strong warriors

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