The Epic of Gilgamesh

The Epic of Gilgamesh

Why does Enkidu go to the wedding night?

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Enkidu goes to Uruk in order to protect the bride from Gilgamesh. He is repulsed by the ritual of "first night" and intends to intervene on behalf of the bride.

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The Epic of Gilgamesh