Where does life come from?The Ancient Mesopotamians believe that life comes as a result of the Gods. They believe that people were created to be co-laborers to the Gods. In the creation story this enduring question of human existence is answered when the Gods became tired of being the only ones to work the land. They then were believed to have created humans out of clay and the slain God, We-ilu.
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What does life mean?Ancient Mesopotamian's lived was to please, serve and to live in harmony with the Gods to create and maintain a peaceful society. If the Gods remained content with the humans work and sacrifices, they would provide protection for the whole city and prevent hardships from occurring.
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Why does good and evil exist? |
Is there life after death? |
Good and evil is believed to exist as a result of the Gods temperament. If the Gods were content with the humans work and sacrifices, they would provide protection for the whole city and prevent hardships from occurring. However, if the Gods became angered or displeased as a result of the people's actions, the people would endure suffering which would be inflicted on them by the Gods. This is thought as to be the origin of good and evil.
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The Ancient Mesopotamians believe that death was a transitionary stage between life on earth to life as a spirit. They believe that a persons body becomes vacant when in death, and the persons spirit continues to exist.
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How did I get here?In Ancient Mesopotamian is is believed that humans came to be as a result of the Gods creation. The creation story tells about how the Gods decided to create co-workers to help maintain the land. Humans were created with a mixture of half of the slain God, We-ilu, and half clay.
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Why is there suffering in the world?Ancient Mesopotamians believe that the root of all suffering lies in the Gods power. It is thought that suffering originates from the Gods temperament. If the Gods became angered or displeased as a result of the people's actions, the people would endure suffering. This suffering may be in the form of natural disasters such as earthquakes, drought, floods or locust infestations.
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What purpose do I have in life?A persons purpose in life was to please, serve and to live in harmony with the Gods to create and maintain a peaceful society. If the Gods were content with the people's work, the people of the city would be rewarded with protection.
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How can I ensure that I live out my life's purpose?Ancient Mesopotamian suggests that you can live out your life purpose but fulfilling your duties set to you by the Gods. On a visit to the temple or Ziggurat, the priest who are believed to be associates with the Gods can inform the people of Mesopotamia of the Gods wishes. If the people complete these duties set by the Gods, the Gods will remain content and provide the person and their city with protection.
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What happens when I die?
It is believed that death is a transitionary stage between life on earth to life as a spirit. They believe that a persons body becomes vacant when in death, and the persons spirit continues to exist.
They also believed in a place called the 'Netherworld'. The Netherworld was described as the opposite of heaven, and was shadowy version of life on earth which is often said is the "house which none leaves who enters'". There is no particular reason for spirits to be sent to the Netherland, it is neither punishment nor reward. The Netherworld simply exists as an otherworldy destination for the spirits of the dead to go after their bodies had been buried.
They also believed in a place called the 'Netherworld'. The Netherworld was described as the opposite of heaven, and was shadowy version of life on earth which is often said is the "house which none leaves who enters'". There is no particular reason for spirits to be sent to the Netherland, it is neither punishment nor reward. The Netherworld simply exists as an otherworldy destination for the spirits of the dead to go after their bodies had been buried.