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Polytheism

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Worship of many gods

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Ziggurat in Ancient Mesopotamia

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Temple to the local god

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Purpose of ziggurats' height

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Close to the heavens

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Link between Sumerians and gods

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the priests

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Influence of priests in ancient Sumer

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Citizens relied on priests for god's favor, interpreted god's wishes, believed to communicate with gods.

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Sumerian gods could:

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Bring good harvest, Bring illness or health, Cause disastrous flood, All of the above