Gilgamesh and the Flood

In today’s video, we examine the genesis and development of one of the world’s oldest Mythological figures, the legendary King of Uruk, Gilgamesh, and the Epic that bears his name. Along the way we’ll explore over 2000 years of history, culminating in an examination of the origins of the Mesopotamian flood myth, which continues to echo in modern religions to this day. This video owes a special thanks to archaeologist Dr Geoff Emberling, who kindly allowed me to use a number of his photos of Iraq. You can find more information on his research activities in the links below: Join this channel to get access to perks: Help support us elsewhere at: You can find more of Ettore’s excellent artwork below: I’d also like to thank all of my voice actors for today’s episode, whose own work you can find below: Articulations Byron Lewis A long, long time ago... Stefan Milo as Robin Hallett Atun Shei Films Embrace Historia #Gilgamesh #Mythology #Mesopotamia Big Drumming by Kevin MacLeod Link: License: Ancient Rite by Kevin MacLeod Link: License: Ancient Mystery Waltz (Vivace) by Kevin MacLeod Link: License: Tranquility Base by Kevin MacLeod Link: License: Vanishing by Kevin MacLeod Link: License: Virtutes Instrumenti by Kevin MacLeod Link: License: Desert Night by Sascha Ende® Link: License: Traveler by Alexander Nakarada Link: License: Heartbeat by Alexander Nakarada Link: License: Night Of Mystery by Alexander Nakarada Link: License: Nowhere Land by Alexander Nakarada Link: License: Dramatic Marimba by Rafael Krux Link: License: #Gilgamesh #Documentary #mesopotamia