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Chaos and Order: The Sumerian Mythos
This chapter explores the political and mythological structures of ancient Sumeria, focusing on the emperor's role as the divine representative of Marduk. It delves into the Mesopotamian creation myth, the clash between chaos embodied by Tiamat and order represented by Apsu, and the emergence of Marduk as the hero destined to restore balance.