In Mesopotamian narratives Utanapishtim is the Flood Hero, tasked by the god Enki to create a giant ship to be called Preserver of Life in preparation for a giant flood that will wipe out all life.
A lot of religious myths where extensions of prior art --- including resurrection.
In mythology, gods were brought back from the dead long before Jesus' disciples found it necessary to play catch up.
A lot of religious myths where extensions of prior art --- including resurrection.
In mythology, gods were brought back from the dead long before Jesus' disciples found it necessary to play catch up.