Gilgamesh’s Self-Acceptance
Does Gilgamesh learn anything significant as the epic progresses? I shall argue that, yes, Gilgamesh does learn something of significance as the epic progresses. He learns to love, care for others, accept himself and do what his right for his society. In the beginning of the story, Gilgamesh does not fear death, let alone anything else. His strength and power encourage him to be a proud and arrogant king. The gods are angry with Gilgamesh, so they send down a creature of equal size and strength to battle with him. Enkidu and Gilgamesh become companions and from this, Gilgamesh learns to love. After witnessing his companion face death, Gilgamesh develops his own fear of death. A worm drops out of Enkidu’s nose, and Gilgamesh realizes
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