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Sodom and Gomorrah

The Ancients

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Divine Wrath and Urban Downfall

This chapter examines the connection between the biblical account of Sodom and Gomorrah and ancient narratives of city destruction, emphasizing divine judgment and moral decline. Through discussions of Sumerian texts and the rationalizations of conquerors, the chapter highlights how tales of fallen cities serve both as cultural reflections and moral lessons in tackling societal decadence.

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