Utnapishtim

Utnapishtim is a character from ancient Mesopotamian mythology, notably in the Epic of Gilgamesh. He is a wise man who survived a great flood sent by the gods to destroy humanity, similar to the biblical Noah. Utnapishtim was granted immortality after fulfilling the gods' command to build an ark and preserve life. His story illustrates themes of divine judgment, survival, and the quest for eternal life. In the narrative, Gilgamesh seeks Utnapishtim for insights into overcoming death, emphasizing Utnapishtim's role as a symbol of wisdom and the human longing for immortality.