In Chapter 6, the focus is on the cultural and environmental influences of the Babylonians, particularly in relation to their creation myth, the Enuma Elish. The narrator posits that the observer discussed in the text was deeply influenced by the myths, legends, and deities of Babylonian culture. The Enuma Elish, a poem discovered in the library of Ashurbanipal in Nineveh, describes the primordial state before creation, where the freshwater Apsu and saltwater Tiamat mingled. It narrates the birth of the god Marduk, his rise to power by defeating Tiamat, and the formation of subsequent gods. The text highlights the contrast between the Babylonian creation story and the Genesis narrative, noting the polytheistic elements of the Babylonian tale, such as the imagery of parental figures giving birth to creation. The chapter underscores the cultural context in which these myths were developed and invites reflection on the differences between various creation narratives.

by Alberto Canen in English Spiritual Stories

Writen by Alberto Canen

Category Spiritual Stories