• Ep. 68 Ancient Sumer, an Introduction

  • Jan 30 2025
  • Length: 35 mins
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Ep. 68 Ancient Sumer, an Introduction

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  • In this episode of Truth in Shadow, host BT delves into the ancient civilization of the Sumerians, exploring their profound impact on human history, culture, and the supernatural. He discusses their innovations in writing, mathematics, and architecture, as well as their mythology, particularly the Anunnaki, and how these elements shaped the foundations of modern civilization. The conversation reflects on the everyday lives of the Sumerians, their cultural practices, and the enduring legacy of their myths and stories.

    Resources
    The Sumerians: Their History, Culture, and Character - Samuel Noah Kramer

    Cuneiform by Dr. Irving Finkel
    The Electronic Text Corpus of Sumerian Literature

    Chapters


    01:05 The Legacy of the Sumerians
    03:09 The Rise of Civilization
    06:59 The Power of Writing
    09:18 Ziggurats: Bridges to the Divine
    11:03 Revolutionizing Transportation: The Wheel
    12:16 Mathematics and Timekeeping Innovations
    13:44 The Anunnaki: Gods or Extraterrestrials?
    15:54 Everyday Life in Ancient Sumer
    22:14 Cultural Practices and Leisure Activities
    25:01 Mythology and the Epic of Gilgamesh
    31:10 Reflections on Sumerian Legacy
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