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In the Epic of Gilgamesh, who is the Scorpion-man and what information does he share with Gilgamesh?

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Answer:

The scorpion man was a guardian of the portal of the god Shamash. He tells Gilgamesh that he will allow him to cross the mountain, which no man has ever been allowed to do.

Explanation:

In the Gilgamesh epic we are introduced to the creatures known as man-scorpions, which are known creatures of Mesopotamian folklore. They are guardians of the portals of the god Shamash, also known as the sun god.

Gilgamesh wishes to cross the portals and enter the territory that is established after them. Scorpion men never allow a man to do this, but when they discover the divine and human nature of Gilgamesh, they decide to allow him to enter. In addition, the man-scorpion still says "may your feet take you safely to your destination".