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The Book of Enki

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An extraordinary mythological journey exploring the Sumerian god "Enki"; lord of the subterranean waters, patron of wisdom, and creator of humanity in ancient Mesopotamia.

About this book

In this magnificent work, esteemed historian and mythologist Dr. Khazal Al-Majidi weaves a vast intellectual and historical tapestry around one of the greatest deities of the ancient Near East: "The Book of Enki." Moving beyond a dry academic catalog of myths, Al-Majidi breathes life into Sumerian and Babylonian clay tablets, reconstructing the biography of "Enki" (or Ea)—the god of deep fresh waters (Abzu), patron of arts, sciences, magic, and wisdom. The book traces the journey of this unique god who consistently championed humanity, saving mortals from the great deluge and shaping the first clay of creation. With an enchanting literary style that bridges scientific precision with narrative beauty, Al-Majidi decodes the spiritual and cosmic symbols of Enki, revealing how the earliest human consciousness formulated concepts of existence, benevolence, and knowledge.

Why read it?

To sail into the mythical waters of the "Abzu" and discover the mastermind behind humanity's survival of the great deluge, exploring the roots of primal human knowledge and how our Mesopotamian ancestors formulated the meaning of creation and wisdom.

Who is it for?

For lovers of ancient Mesopotamian mythology, Sumerian and Babylonian history, researchers of religious anthropology and comparative religion, and every passionate reader yearning to understand the ancient symbols that laid the groundwork for global theology.

Book details

Language
ar
ISBN-13
978-9-9226239-4-8
Page count
696
Age rating
General