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2 days ago · The Atrahasis Epic features a pantheon of gods, each with a specific role in the creation and governance of the world. The most important deities include: Enlil, the god of wind and earth, who becomes increasingly frustrated with humanity. Enki (or Ea), the god of wisdom and water, who plays a key role in ensuring the survival of humanity.
3 days ago · Persecution of pagans in the late Roman Empire began during the reign of Constantine the Great (r. 306–337) in the military colony of Aelia Capitolina (Jerusalem), when he destroyed a pagan temple for the purpose of constructing a Christian church. [ 1 ] .
19 hours ago · When Peter writes, “Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling,” his authority is from Psalm 34 (1 Pet. 3:9–12). David refuses to take revenge on King Saul; instead, he says, “May the Lord judge between me and you, may the Lord avenge me against you, but my hand shall not be against you” (1 Sam. 24:12).
3 days ago · Warriors who died in battle were believed to go to Valhalla, the hall of the slain, where they would feast and fight alongside the gods in preparation for the final battle of Ragnarok. This belief in the importance of honor and bravery in life and death is reflected in the myths and legends of Norse mythology, which often focus on the heroic deeds of warriors and gods alike.
4 days ago · In this narrative, the Bible’s Book of Exodus says at one point “the Lord is a man of war.”. Of course, that is a metaphor, since God is not a man anywhere in Hebrew scripture. But it is a powerful metaphor (the warrior god) that has influenced millions of Jews and Christians over the centuries. However, there are now many scholars and ...
4 days ago · The Descent of Inanna (c. 1900-1600 BCE) is a rich myth from ancient Sumer that tells the story of Inanna, the goddess of love, fertility, and war, and her perilous journey to the Underworld. This narrative reflects themes of power, justice, sacrifice, and the balance between life and death.
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2 days ago · In another myth, the gigantic Tityos attempts to violate Leto, only for him to be slain by Artemis and Apollo. Usually, Leto is found at Olympus among the other gods, having gained her seat next to Zeus, or accompanying and helping her son and daughter in their various endeavors.
