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Clay model of a sheeps liver. Babylonian, about 1900-1600 BC from Sippar, southern Iraq
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Clay model of a sheeps liver. Babylonian, about 1900-1600 BC from Sippar, southern Iraq
Clay model of a sheeps liver. Babylonian, about 1900-1600 BC from Sippar, southern Iraq. Babylonians believed that the world was controlled by gods and that they could give indications of coming events. One of the most widespread means of prediction wa
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Assyrian Babylonian Clay Coming Give Gods Iraq Liver Means Medicine Model Sheep Southern Widespread Babylonians Controlled Events Indications Prediction Sippar
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This print showcases a clay model of a sheep's liver, dating back to the Babylonian era around 1900-1600 BC. Originating from Sippar, southern Iraq, this artifact sheds light on the ancient beliefs and practices of the Babylonians. Intriguingly, the Babylonians firmly believed that their world was under the control of gods who possessed the power to foretell future events. To gain insights into these forthcoming occurrences, they relied on various methods of divination. One such prevalent practice involved interpreting signs from animal organs - particularly livers. The widespread use of clay models like this one demonstrates how seriously prediction was taken in ancient Babylonia. These models were meticulously crafted replicas of real animal livers and served as tools for priests or diviners to decipher divine messages hidden within them. As we gaze upon this remarkable clay model, we are transported back in time to an era where medicine intertwined with spirituality and superstition. It reminds us that our ancestors sought answers beyond what science could provide at that time. Today, this artifact stands as a testament to humanity's enduring curiosity about our fate and serves as a reminder of how far we have come in understanding our world since those ancient times.
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