Characters
2/3 God, 1/3 human
Who is Gilgamesh?
This symbol represents evil and specifically false hope in Gilgamesh
What is a serpent
Example of divine parent
Gilgamesh is 2/3 God
Which God helps Gilgamesh in the battle against Humbaba?
Shamash.
Why was the flood started
Humans were too loud and chaotic and the Gods were annoyed
Gilgamesh’s trusty sidekick and human companion who keeps him in control
Who is Enkidu?
Represents and grants eternal life if one can get it
Thorn flower
Example of divine intervention
The Gods helping Gilgamesh in the battle with Humbaba
What emotion does Humbaba feel during the battle?
Fear.
Who survived the flood
Untapishtim
Evil enemy who lives in the cedar forest, Gilgamesh and Enkidu kill him.
Who is Humbaba?
Humbaba’s Symbol
Darkness and Evil
Example of hero having great values
Gilgamesh is strong, brave, good looking, powerful
What is the negative consequence of killing Humbaba.
He’ll make the gods mad at him.
Why does Gilgamesh learn about the flood
He is trying to understand how Utnapishtim became immortal
Survivor of the mythological flood, granted immortality by the Gods. Gilgamesh consults him about becoming immortal
Who is Utnapishtim?
Utnapishtim’s symbol
Eternal life
Example of hero’s flaws
Gilgamesh is 1/3 human and is mortal
What does Gilgamesh want Shamash to do?
To protect and help him fight against Humbaba.
A plant
The Son of Sin
Who is Shamash?
The main theme and reason for Gilgamesh’s quest.
What is the fear of death and immortality.
Example of quest
Gilgamesh goes to destory Humbaba
What is the benefit of killing Humbaba?
Honor.
What is the difference between the flood in Noah’s story and the flood in Gilgamesh?
In Gilgamesh the flood was caused by noise and chaos but in Noah’s Arc the flood was caused by the wickedness and sinfulness of humanity.