The Epic of Gilgamesh is the oldest known literary work, written around 2000 BCE and carrying a history of over 4,000 years. This ancient Mesopotamian epic is a cornerstone of human storytelling and holds immense cultural, historical, and literary significance. It predates many other renowned texts, including the Bible, and contains an account of a great flood that was written more than 1,000 years before similar narratives appeared in biblical scripture. Gilgamesh encounters Utnapishtim, a figure who resembles Noah from the Bible, as Utnapishtim recounts the story of a divine flood sent to cleanse the earth. This narrative provides profound insights into ancient Mesopotamian beliefs about divine intervention, humanity’s fragility, and the search for immortality.
For me, the Epic of Gilgamesh is profoundly important because it speaks to the core of human nature and our connection with the divine. Gilgamesh learns the meaning of being human, understanding that our ultimate destiny is death. Yet, despite this inevitability, the epic teaches us how we should live our lives. It conveys that we must find value and meaning in our existence, creating a legacy through our deeds that will endure beyond our mortal lives. The story also provides critical insights into humanity’s relationship with the divine, exploring the boundaries between the mortal and the godly.
The Cedar Forest, central to the epic, is a real location in Lebanon, rich in historical and mythological significance. When Gilgamesh and Enkidu enter this sacred space, believed to be the dwelling place of the gods, they may encounter phenomena that researchers have speculated could resemble the sound of a spacecraft. Their journey symbolizes humanity’s search for divine wisdom and confrontation with the unknown. Some scholars suggest that the “Waters of Death” Gilgamesh crosses to meet Utnapishtim could be a reference to the Persian Gulf, highlighting the geographical and symbolic depth of the story.
The Mesopotamian gods, or Anunnaki, are often depicted in ways that suggest they were flesh-and-blood beings. This interpretation is supported by the narrative, which clearly depicts the Anunnaki gods ascending to the heavens to escape the devastating flood. Their actions demonstrate a tangible connection between the divine and the mortal realms, emphasizing their active role in shaping humanity’s fate while also suggesting they inhabited a physical world shared with humans. The epic underscores the belief systems of the ancient world, blending spirituality and the tangible into a narrative that has captivated humanity for millennia.
As the first recorded hero of human history, Gilgamesh embodies the monomyth, or the hero’s journey, a structure that has shaped countless stories throughout history. His tale predates figures like Hercules and other legendary heroes, establishing a foundational framework for mythological storytelling. The Epic of Gilgamesh explores universal human themes, delving into the nature of humanity and its struggles with love, war, challenges, civilization, kingship, friendship, life, and death.
No one knows for certain if Gilgamesh truly existed as a flesh-and-blood figure. There are rumors that his tomb was discovered, sparking debate about his historical reality. Some believe Gilgamesh to be purely a legend, a mythical hero crafted from the imagination of ancient storytellers. However, documents like the Sumerian King List explicitly attest to Gilgamesh as a real king of Uruk, listing his name alongside other rulers whom scholars have confirmed as historical figures. Whether myth or reality, Gilgamesh’s story continues to resonate as a profound exploration of human existence.
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00:00 – Intro
01:00 – Tablet 1
15:01 – Tablet 2
24:59 – Tablet 3
29:29 – Tablet 4
41:54 – Tablet 5
48:39 – Tablet 6
57:51 – Tablet 7
01:07:12 – Tablet 8
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01:29:12 – Tablet 11
01:44:12 – Tablet 12
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I have an rare copy of the book from the Folio Society of London. Im extremely honored to have it!
Thank you so much 👍👍👍❤❤❤
Anticipation..I just know it's going to be epic!! Just.like Gilgamesh
"I HAVE SAID THIS CONTINUED BUT IT IS BY GODS WILL THAT SHALL BE DONE MY CORRECTLY AMEN HALLELUJAH AMEN "
I love this part ❤️
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Gilgamesh’s is the first Assyrien❤
What if Gilgamesh accepted Jesus could you accept that or do you just hate
Awesome video ❤… I'll be back to watch the rest.
Fallen Angels 🔥👍🏾👏🏾🌞♥️👋🏾
Outstanding.
It's very obvious that you have a great love for what you do! I look forward to other movies about the ancient you produce! If i may, I have one suggestion if its possible. Try to keep your characters' appearances as consistent as you can throughout your movies. It will only derve to enhance your projects! I make this suggestion with the upmost respect and realization of how much work you've put into this movie. That being said the animations are spectacular! Please keep up the great work!!! Sincerely and humbly a fan
One complaint. Turn down the background music
Ever since this very first story ever recorded in the history of mankind, and right up until the present day, Homo sapiens has been obsessed with the questions of our origins, why we exist, and the fear of inevitable death. Many thousands of stories like this one ascribed to Gilgamesh have been recorded and passed down through the thousands of years of our existence–all designed to allay our fears about eternal death. Yet, some of us still face our mortality, as did Gilgamesh, with fear and trembling, since no one, despite the soothing whims and wishes suggested by many thousands of mythmakers, has been able to prove the cherished dreams for eternal life.
The noah, and ark story, Was Actually The Much Older Sumerian Epic Tales Of Gilgamesh & Enkidu Tale, Which Has The Flood, And Dove, Which The Ancient Warring-Genociding Israelites Took, And Changed The Names Around Into the noah and ark tale, Which Didn't Happen, And Is Fictitious, Wherein The Ancient Israelites Tried To Make That Fictitious Version Their Creation, Which Was, And Is Fictitious, And Faux . . .
There Was No noah, Or the ark . . .
Look Up The Sumerian Epic Tales Of King Gilgamesh & Enkidu, And Learn The Truth . . .
There appears to be a guy wearing 501 blue jeans in your movie 😂😅
Magnificent.
Heard we are mixture of homosapien's and anunnaki's DNA genetically engineered.
There are no more pure homosapien gene on earth. The closest was found in Africa with 85% homosapien gene.
Ummmm he was also know as Nimrod do more resurch
Oh and by the way way to take a story from thousands of years ago and fuck up the story by just throwing your own twist into it. Bravo
Absolutely fantastic version of the epic ❤❤
Thank you for the hard work and dedication to enlighten people ❤❤❤❤
This is so beautifully made. Fit for a great story. Thank you very much. Btw, the way Gilgamesh mourned for Enkidu tells a lot about their relationship, amazing.
I wonder if Utnapishtim is still alive and if so where, he could give us answers we are looking for!