I found the Epic of Gilgamesh to be very interesting. I never knew that such a historical story that is as mythological as that of the Greeks even existed for Europe. When I looked for a second source to help understand the story more I found that it is believed to be written about a real historical king of Uruk. I have been wondering whether the writer wrote the piece for historical documentation, for entertainment, or if it was actually commisioned by the king himself to portray his power. It is always hard with stories like this to understand the overall intent. Especially since the translations are not always accurate in context to the original version.
The Code of Hammurabi is very different. It has a clear purpose and is easily understood. It is a clear set of laws in which to live by and the punishments that would be placed on those who did not. But they are both pieces that are very important to us historically.
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