How would you define the Mesopotamian ideal of kingship? What is the basis of the monarch's legitimacy?
The ideal of kingship during the Mesopotamian Era was very big headed and competitive. The men's egos fueled their rage for dominance. Which usually lead to a battle until one came out on top and most powerful. Along with the fights the competition continued when they would compare to see who was able to complete more things in their society. And who was able to be an example of greatness to the people. Also the Kings had to be god like figures. Built like a god and must be as good looking as a god. You had to represent a god in the people's eyes of your own society.
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