How to Be King in Mesopotamia

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2025-10-17 16:06:36

In ancient Mesopotamia, being king meant many things. Kings were not just rulers of their kingdoms and empires; they were also expected to be religious leaders, warriors, hunters, scholars, lawmakers, and builders. All of these roles were embedded in a complex belief system that begins with the gods bestowing kingship on mankind. A Sumerian list of kings (some real and some mythical), says...

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