Cedrus libani or, Lebanon cedar is seen on
the Lebanese flag. Although it symbolizes Lebanon and is related to ancient
Mesopotamia, the cedar forest has almost disappeared. The cedar also appears in
the Epic of Gilgamesh.
Gilgamesh wandered to look for
cedar with his friend Enkidu, but they found that the forest was protected by Humbaba, a god of the
forest. They defeated and killed Humbaba to bring back cedar to Uruk, which was
his city.
By the way, I saw a Lebanese restaurant
along Warden ave. the other day. I'd like to go there one day.
Thanks, Lawnis
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