Question

In ancient times, one sign of being fit to rule was the ability to preform miracles or magic. What can Marduk do? What other leaders could preform extraordinary feats?

Answer 1

1. Marduk was the god of thunderstorms who eventually defeated Tiamat to become the overall god.

2. They include;

• Tiamat
• Ea
• Nergal
• Shamash

Step-by-step explanation:

Ancient Babylonian beliefs and culture were known for the worship of several gods. Marduk was the overall god who presided over all the other gods. He was encuraged by another god named Ea to fight a powerful god called Tiamat. One of the rewards was winning was being crowned the overall god. He defeated Tiamat to become the overall god. Before then he was the god of thunderstorms. Other leaders who could perform extraordinary feats included;

• Tiamat who was the goddess of the sea
• Ea who was the god of wisdom and
• Nergal, known for bringing war and famine
• Shamash known for instituting justice, law, and order.