The Biblical and Historical Nimrod

Introduction

Presenter: Trey Smith
Main Topic: Historical and biblical evidence of Nimrod from ancient civilizations.
Approach: Utilizing ancient texts and artifacts to trace the lineage and stories linked to Nimrod and other biblical figures.

Assyrians, Sumerians, and Babylonians: Early written civilizations; Nimrod is referred to as an Assyrian.
Sumerian Kings List: An ancient document listing kings; potentially includes biblical figures like Nimrod (referred to as U/utu).
- Replicas shown during the presentation.
Utu Tablet: Describes laws and rules stemming from the lineage of Ham (referred to as U/utu).

Ham: Likely represented as U/utu in ancient texts; descends from Noah.
Noah: Mentioned in various tablets and legends globally regarding the global flood.
- Known by many names: Utnapishtim, Ziusudra, Atrahasis.
Nimrod: Potentially identified as Merker/Nimrod in Sumerian texts.
- Described as a mighty hunter, Tower Builder, and king.
Gilgamesh: Often interchanged with Nimrod; depicted as a giant holding a lion.
- Son of Kush (Ham's son) and known for epic journeys and might.
Tamuz: Associated with Inky and represented as a beast-like character.

Box of Demons: Symbolizes control over demons, represented in pre-flood world imagery.
- Found prominently in Utu tablets and symbolizes power and control.
Solar Disc: Used as a calendar in ancient texts, correlates to symbolic 360-day year calendars.
Occult Symbols and Practices: Highlighted in various artifacts, indicating lasting influence of Nimrod’s beliefs.

Global Flood: Based on ancient texts; aligns civilizations and significant biblical events.
- Longevity of lifespans noted; Noah lived 950 years, Shem lived 600 years.
Tower of Babel: Attributed to Nimrod's empire, seeking unity and defiance against God.
- Documents hint at extensive messaging between Nimrod and Noah during this time.
Abram (Abraham): Lived during the time of Nimrod; key interactions include destroying idols and surviving a fiery furnace judgment by Nimrod.

Josephus Accounts: Highlights alignment between ancient texts and biblical stories, including Nimrod’s defiance and tyranny.
Book of Revelation: Connects the rise of early empires to the ultimate rebellion against God and mentions of future prophecies.

Field’s Relevance: Despite modern academic skepticism, these historical records align with biblical narratives, implying they might be true events witnessed, not myths.
Nimrod’s Influence: Extended to modern occult practices and beliefs, showing a legacy beyond his time.
Encouragement: Presenting findings to inspire further academic exploration and open-minded investigations.

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