The Lord of Spirits cover image

Soon the Water Will Come

The Lord of Spirits

00:00

The Hellenization of the Babylonian Flood Myth

This chapter explores an ancient text that shares Mesopotamian traditions with a Greek audience, focusing on the flood narrative of Ziasudra. It discusses the blending of cultures and mythologies, highlighting Ziasudra's role as a compassionate hero and the intriguing remains of his boat in Armenia.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app