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Cuneiform tablet with Hymn to Marduk, 1st millennium B. C. (clay)
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Cuneiform tablet with Hymn to Marduk, 1st millennium B. C. (clay)
3740406 Cuneiform tablet with Hymn to Marduk, 1st millennium B.C. (clay) by Mesopotamian; height: 9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Hymn celebrating Marduk as the ruler of the universe in bilingual script (Sumerian and Akkadian)); out of copyright
Media ID 22655052
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Akkadia Akkadian Archaeological Babylon Brick Clay Euphrates Inscribed Iraq Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Near East Praise Sacred Script Sumer Worship Marduk
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This print showcases a remarkable artifact from the ancient world - a Cuneiform tablet with the Hymn to Marduk. Dating back to the 1st millennium B. C. , this clay tablet stands at a height of 9 cm and is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. The tablet bears an inscription that celebrates Marduk, revered as the ruler of the universe, through a bilingual script in Sumerian and Akkadian languages. This hymn serves as both a testament to Mesopotamian religious beliefs and an invaluable archaeological find. Carved with precision and care, this middle eastern treasure offers insight into Babylonian culture and their worship practices. The intricate text etched onto its surface tells tales of devotion, praise, and sacred rituals dedicated to Marduk - one of Mesopotamia's most significant deities. As we gaze upon this ancient relic, we are transported back thousands of years to witness firsthand how civilizations expressed their faith through art. The significance of this cuneiform tablet lies not only in its historical value but also in its ability to bridge gaps between past and present cultures. With every stroke meticulously carved into clay brick, we can feel the reverence bestowed upon Marduk by his followers. This mesmerizing piece invites us on an extraordinary journey through time while reminding us that even centuries later, human spirituality remains deeply rooted within our collective history.
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