In this profound work, Iraqi researcher Najih al-Ma'mouri delves into the complex and often brutal relationship between violence and divinity in ancient Mesopotamian myths. The book meticulously examines sacred texts and mythological narratives to uncover how acts of violence were justified, sanctified, and integrated into religious rituals and the cosmic order. Al-Ma'mouri offers a critical analysis of the symbolic meaning behind divine wrath, sacrificial practices, and epic battles, revealing the deep-seated cultural and psychological underpinnings of sacred violence in the cradle of civilization. An essential read for those interested in mythology and ancient history.