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, …
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…of his city. Gilgamesh appreciates the city he rules, and he goes home to tell the story of his journey. (81)
Although Gilgamesh does not achieve immortality, he finds to answer to life. The obstacles in his journey helped him to become more accepting of himself and his fate as a mortal. Finding the answer to achieving a prosperous life as both mortal and king, Gilgamesh learns the value of love and the value of life
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