The ORIGINS of The Tower of Babel Story Will Blow Your Mind

The ORIGINS of The Tower of Babel Story Will Blow Your Mind 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 paradigm-shifting 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. Be sure to secure Russell Gmirkin's new book: Plato’s Timaeus and the Biblical Creation Accounts - https://amzn.to/3q0PMFx Subscribe to our 2nd channel @mythvisionTV ============================== RECOMMENDED ONLINE COURSES HERE 👉 https://linktr.ee/mythvision **GET RECOMMENDED BOOKS HERE: 👉 https://amzn.to/35FqNYf Please consider helping support MythVision's work by joining the Patreon or contributing a one-time donation through my links below: MythVision Website: 🔥 https://mythvisionpodcast.com/ MythVision Patreon: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/mythvision MythVision Paypal: 👉 https://www.paypal.me/dereklambert7 Cashapp: 👉 $rewiredaddiction Venmo: 👉 @Derek-Lambert-9 Email MythVision: 👉 mythvisionpodcast@gmail.com 👉👉 Checkout MVP Courses to find new and upcoming online courses: https://mvp-courses.com/ =========================== Sources for this video: Russell Gmirkin - Berossus and Manetho Schnabel, Berossus Wacholder, Eupolemus Kvanvig, Roots of Apocalyptic Alexander Polyhistor Berossus Pseudo-Eupolemos John Van Seters The Poem of Erra - Religious documentary - Ancient religious civilizations - Religious history documentary - Religious mysteries - Documentaries on world religions - Religious artifacts - Sacred sites documentaries - Comparative religion documentaries - Lost religious texts - Religious symbolism documentaries - Religious archaeology documentaries -Greek Mythology Documentary -Genesis Documentary 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 #mythvision #Mythology #Religion #Sumerian