The Hymn to Marduk (Ludlul bēl nēmeqi I 1–42) Reconsidered

The 42-line "hymn" to Marduk at the beginning of Ludlul bēl nēmeqi has long been taken as integral to the entire work. We argue, however, that this hymnic segment differs from the rest of the poem with respect to style, content, and in its portrayal of Marduk as both merciful and punitive....

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Authors: Abusch, Tzvi 1940- (Author) ; Milstein, Sara J. 1978- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht 2021
In: Die Welt des Orients
Year: 2021, Volume: 51, Issue: 2, Pages: 125-135
IxTheo Classification:AG Religious life; material religion
BC Ancient Orient; religion
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