The Epic of Gilgamesh

What are some of the duties that a good king owes to his people?(see the list below) Using specific examples, explian how Gilgamesh fulfills or fails some of these duties.

1. To participate in religious rituals

2.To administer justice during times of peace and war.

3.To give commissions for work relating to the affairs of the state

4. To serve as the earthly representative of the gods

5.To demonstrate the virtues of strength and wisdom

6. To keep records and inventory

7.To build the infrastructure including the fortified city

8.to provide food, water, and protection for the people

9.to collect taxes(paid in goods and services)

10. To command the army

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This is quite the list; do you need examples or text evidence?

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