It is fair to conclude that it was military rule--and not kingship, per se--that led to the self-deification of kings.
The Self-Deified King | A Story of Military Rule in Mesopotamia
The Goddess Inanna and Kingship in Ancient Mesopotamia | An Insight into Politics, Power and Religion
Inanna's care and protection of the king, her concern for his life and his fate, as well as her ability to ensure his victory during battle; are all dominant themes in what are considered to be the blessings she bestows.
Krittika Nakshatra | The Womb of Warriors
The symbol for Krittika nakshatra is a blade or a knife. But I’d like to add another symbol to this nakshatra; that of a shield.
The Politics of Humiliation | An Insight into Retribution, Retaliation and Reparation
Anyone who fails to recognise future problems leaves the door open for their own demise.
Vishakha Nakshatra | Your Inner Politician
To a politician, it doesn’t matter who is the winner and who is the loser. Ask your inner politician. He does not think, “I only want to be with the winners”.
The Alchemist of Delhi | A Tale of Heartbreak and Wealth
India, a temporary jewel for the victors of its many wars. Too many people have showed up uninvited. Some integrated, some left, and others have been chased out.
The Ownership of The Mind | Neuroscience and The Nuremberg Code
Experimental attempts to alter the state of mind of soldiers is not new. What is the human mind--and who does it belong to?
The Ancient Mesopotamian Quest for Divine Justice | The Legend of Inanna
At the heart of Inanna’s quest for justice is a provocation. A provocation spurred on by perceived acts of disloyalty, slights to her status, romantic mishaps, sexual transgressions and even acts of violence.
The Genetic Impetus for War and The Collective Karma of Surviving Descendants
When whole clans, communities and countries begin to feel these emotions--war is born. Did our ancestors make the right decision to wage war?
The Hushed Heritage of War | The Silent Screams of Comfort Women
In 1993, the Japanese government finally acknowledged the atrocities. Many Japanese officials, however, have maintained that it was not sexual slavery, but voluntary prostitution.