Humbaba: Mask of Myths and Divination

This chapter explores an ancient baked clay disc featuring a grim-faced mask linked to Humbaba from the Epic of Gilgamesh. It delves into the complexities of ancient Mesopotamian names and the challenges of their pronunciation, humorously contemplating the consequences of mispronouncing such names. Additionally, the discussion shifts to the role of omens in divination, revealing how symbols related to Humbaba were used to predict power shifts and ward off evil.