In this insightful episode, we explore the Sumerians, the pioneers of early civilization. Discover how Sumer blossomed 4,000 to 6,000 years ago, spurred by the Neolithic Revolution and the advent of agriculture and livestock farming. Learn about the monumental shift initiated by cuneiform writing on clay tablets. Dive into the heart of the Fertile Crescent, nestled between the Tigris and Euphrates, where Sumerian city-states thrived with intricate social, economic, and political structures. Uncover the Sumerians' contributions to writing, mathematics, pharmacy, astronomy, and law, much of which was recorded on thousands of tablets discovered in the Library of Nineveh. We delve into the sexagesimal system, the roots of astrology and astronomy, and the city-states with ziggurats, where kings and priests acted as mediators between humans and gods. Understand the cultural impact of the Sumerians, from monarchy development to temple construction and governance systems. Although the Anunnaki are not described as extraterrestrials from Nibiru, the tablets state that Sumerian knowledge was attributed to these gods. This historical exploration is crucial for grasping the Sumerian civilization's structure, their way of life, religious practices, and societal organization. It sets the stage for interpreting their mythology based on their worldview, free from modern biases. #Sumerians #civilization #NeolithicRevolution #cuneiform #FertileCrescent #Mesopotamia #city-states #Anunnaki See show notes: https://inlet.fm/anunnaki/episodes/688518157d6e133734ad39f2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices