The Babylonian Legends of the Creation - E. A. Wallis Budge
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The Babylonian Legends of the Creation by E.A. Wallis Budge is a fascinating exploration of ancient Mesopotamian mythology, focusing on the rich and complex narratives surrounding the origins of the world, gods, and humanity. Drawing from cuneiform tablets discovered in the ruins of Nineveh and other ancient sites, Budge presents translations and interpretations of key texts such as the Enuma Elish-the Babylonian creation epic-and other mythic accounts involving deities like Marduk, Tiamat, and Ea. With scholarly insight and historical context, Budge reveals how these legends shaped early…mehr

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The Babylonian Legends of the Creation by E.A. Wallis Budge is a fascinating exploration of ancient Mesopotamian mythology, focusing on the rich and complex narratives surrounding the origins of the world, gods, and humanity. Drawing from cuneiform tablets discovered in the ruins of Nineveh and other ancient sites, Budge presents translations and interpretations of key texts such as the Enuma Elish-the Babylonian creation epic-and other mythic accounts involving deities like Marduk, Tiamat, and Ea. With scholarly insight and historical context, Budge reveals how these legends shaped early cosmological thought and influenced later religious traditions. This classic volume remains an essential resource for students of mythology, ancient history, and comparative religion, offering a vivid window into the spiritual imagination of one of the world's earliest civilizations.
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E.A. Wallis Budge (1857-1934) was a renowned British Egyptologist and scholar whose pioneering work in the field of ancient Egyptian studies has left a lasting legacy. As a curator at the British Museum, Budge dedicated his career to the exploration and preservation of Egypt's rich cultural heritage. His extensive research and numerous publications, including translations of Egyptian texts and studies of ancient rituals, have profoundly influenced our understanding of Egyptian history and religion. Budge's commitment to unraveling the mysteries of the past has earned him a distinguished place among the foremost Egyptologists of his time.