Gilgamesh

The Epic of Gilgamesh is known as the earliest literature work of human beings which engraved on the stone tablets. This ancient epic poem is not only has very important influence to the people who lived thousands years ago in the Mesopotamia, but also tremendously contributed to modern study of the people’s beliefs and thoughts, and also their societies in the region of the Mesopotamia. The epic tale of Gilgamesh is based on a real person, who was the king of Uruk. After I read the story, I consider that this is a story which very interesting, meaningful and allegorical to me; and within the story, it represents many features of human beings who lived in thousands years ago that has no differ compare to us in the modern day. In the beginning of the story, Gilgamesh appeared to be the strongest man in the world, so he ended up being a tyranny: he can take whatever he wants, and pay no attention to the people in his country. However, after an exciting battle, he met his devoted friend Enkidu who was raised by animals, they started to contribute and rule the country with harmony. In the story, Enkidu used to be wild, but after he went to the city, he became civilized. This is an allegory that shows people live back then believe that civilized has the meaning of living in a big city. After Gilgamesh and Enkidu killed the Humbaba, Gilgamesh has gained even more fame, even to the world of gods. Basically Gilgamesh has changed from a powerful tyranny to a very well-known hero. I consider that it is a allegory that not everyone was born perfect, everyone might had some dirty spot in history, however, it is never too late to change, and it is never too late to be good again. Later on, after Enkidu was cursed to death, Gilgamesh tried hard, but failed to become immortal. This is an allegory that shows people always wanted to live forever, but after all, we have realized that nothing will last forever.