In ancient Mesopotamian mythology, Tiamat is a formidable deity representing primordial chaos and the cosmic ocean. As the mother of the first gods, she embodies the untamed forces from which the universe emerged. Her epic battle with the god Marduk, resulting in her defeat and the creation of the heavens and earth from her body, symbolizes the triumph of order over chaos. Tiamat's legacy endures as a potent symbol of the dynamic interplay between creation and destruction, influencing art, literature, and modern interpretations of myth.
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