Enkidu's Three Universal Themes In The Epic Of Gilgamesh

How is it possible that humans 4,000 years ago had a common fascination that humans in the 21st century are also attempting to figure out? Throughout history, humans have been struggling to seek an extension to life, in other words, to stay alive. In ancient Mesopotamia, Sumerian literature shows similar important matters concerning their life on Earth, especially in the “Epic of Gilgamesh”. The epic recalls a great hero named Gilgamesh, who travels on an adventurous quest to find immortality, returns anew with a gain of knowledge. His journey focuses on the 3 universal themes of inevitable death, inseparable friendships, and man versus gods that appeals to the human condition. The most well-known theme from the "Epic of Gilgamesh" was that

Initially, Enkidu was sent to be Gilgamesh's opposite character by the gods to subdue his arrogance. As stated in the epic, the goddess Aruru creates Enkidu to contend with the king and absorb his energies (15). However, as they encounter challenges together, their companionship becomes like no other. For example, when they had set off to destroy Humbaba, Enkidu shows his fear and worry, which causes Gilgamesh to hesitate before killing Humbaba (16). In like manner, both men considers each other’s worry and conscious, which brought about Gilgamesh’s new sympathetic trait. Undeniably, we can learn that friendship between two people can change them for the

We have hospitals, internal medicine and life support to extend the dying lives. We are so absorbed in ourselves that we don't take care of others- people who can change your life. While we're so busy with our own lives, there are other problems in the world that we ignore, maybe signs from the gods. We should maintain a balance between our personal times and devote time to help others, in hope we can impact their lives. All things considered, the "Epic of Gilgamesh" has taught readers to accept our death, friendships are influential and the wrath of the gods are