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Sumerian Traditions And Beliefs Of Mesopotamia

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One of the earliest civilization was in the fertile valley was Mesopotamia. This was between Tigris and Euphrates known as the Sumerians. The rule of their society left an imprint in daily living, religion and government. A monarchy was developed by the Sumerians and an individual came about to rule the city as king. Although not Gods, they were considered godlike. Sumerians religion was polytheistic. Gods were considered to have astronomical bodies and thought to have powers. They had feelings of love and anger, along with other such emotions. Hannes Galter, author, says, “The traditions and beliefs about the Mesopotamian deity Enki/Ea - the god of water, wisdom, magic, and creation - formed a major part of the Sumerian and Babylonian
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