The Epic of Gilgamesh
1.What is the relationship between human beings and their deities?
2.How is Gilgamesh linked with the world of nature and animals (how do the people of that time see nature and the animal world – hint Enkidu vs Gilgamesh )?
3.What is the meaning of friendship, family, and public duty (what do the ancient Mesopotamians think is important about thses)?
4.What event caused Gilgamesh live to want immortality?
5. What tests did Gilgamesh face throughout his life?
6. How does this epic inform the reader about ancient history?
7. Which story has a parallel version in the Old Testament?
8. How does Gilgamesh attempt to become immortal? Why is he not successful?
9. In what sense does Gilgamesh achieve immortality?
10. What are your thoughts/opinions on the epic?
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