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In Early Dynastic Mesopotamia, prayers were also personal, materialized in objects like the Ketef Hinnom silver scrolls (c. 600 BCE), which contained blessings designed to protect the user.

Ancestor worship was a foundational component of the ancient family and, by extension, the city itself. Tombs were not just for disposal but were spaces where families maintained connection with the deceased. Ancient.Cities.Prayers.and.Burials.Early.Access...

The following is a drafted full text incorporating key findings on prayers and burials in ancient urban contexts. In Early Dynastic Mesopotamia, prayers were also personal,