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Gilgamesh and the Origins of Timekeeping
This chapter explores the connections between the epic of Gilgamesh and the development of timekeeping, focusing on the significance of measuring time in twelve hours. It highlights the cultural and mathematical influences from ancient civilizations, particularly the importance of the number 60 in our current understanding of time.
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