Shulgi Quotes

Sumerian King of Ur

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(𒀭𒂄𒄀 dŠulgi, formerly read as Dungi) of was the second king of the in the . He reigned for 48 years, from c. 2029 – 1982 BCE (). His accomplishments include the completion of construction of the , begun by his father . He was succeeded by his son Amar-Sin.

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Alternative Names: Sulgi • Culgi • Šulgi • Szulgi

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Let deserved praise be sung for me, that in every mouth I have put prudence, an attractive quality. [...] Let praise be sung, that I have shown strength in grappling and wrestling. [...] That I have made a return visit to the shrine Nibru and back along the road to Urim, and have marched a distance of 30 dana.

Like Enki, king of the abzu, I am successful in finding solutions, and am wise in words.

Let my roar be emitted over all the lands.
Let my powerful arm, my heroic arm, fall upon all the lands.
Let my storm cover the Land.

To strut about in the E-kur is a glory for Bird, as its singing is sweet. … It shall utter its cries in the temple of the great gods. The Anuna gods rejoice at its voice. It is suitable for banquets in the great dining hall of the gods.

Because of your purity, youthful Utu has made everything abundant for you; may a sweet life be your lot, son of Ninsumun.