Hellenistic ORIGINS of The Tower of Babel Is Shocking | 4k Documentary

Welcome to a scholarly exploration of the biblical account of the Tower of Babel, informed by the profound works of Russell Gmirkin. In this video, we delve into Gmirkin's paradigmshifting hypothesis that links the biblical narrative to the Poem of Erra from Mesopotamia, which represents one of the most revered narratives in ancient literature.

Gmirkin argues compellingly that the Tower of Babel story was likely influenced heavily by the Poem of Erra, with the chief deity, Bel Marduk, playing a pivotal role in the construction of Babylon. Gmirkin posits not just a thematic resemblance, but a literary and cultural dependence of the biblical authors on this Mesopotamian source, thus transcending traditional interpretations.

We further investigate Gmirkin's claim that knowledge of the Poem of Erra and the related narratives would likely have been accessible to the authors of Genesis only through the work of the Hellenistic Babylonian priest, Berossus, who lived in the 3rd century BCE. This fascinating revelation recontextualizes the entire Genesis narrative within the Hellenistic period, contrasting the more conventional views of its authorship during the Persian or Babylonian periods.

With careful examination of historical records, linguistic comparisons, and comprehensive analysis of cultural context, this video highlights the nuanced scholarship of Russell Gmirkin and presents a convincing case for his perspective. Prepare for a journey through time and thought, where ancient texts converge and historical periods overlap, leading us to a deeper understanding of the origins of the Tower of Babel.

Join us as we explore the echoes of ancient Mesopotamian culture in biblical texts, bridging millennia through scholarly inquiry and providing an innovative perspective on these captivating narratives. This video will undoubtedly pique your interest, stimulate your curiosity, and challenge traditional viewpoints, inviting you to engage with history in a completely new way.

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Sources for this video:
Russell Gmirkin Berossus and Manetho
Schnabel, Berossus
Wacholder, Eupolemus
Kvanvig, Roots of Apocalyptic
Alexander Polyhistor
Berossus
PseudoEupolemos
John Van Seters
The Poem of Erra

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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
10:38 Ascending To Heaven
16:56 Mythical Origins
24:35 Seeking The Source
35:09 Berossus
40:33 Table of Nations and Hellenistic Roots
44:56 Conclusion

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