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2025
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17784664 |
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- This paper examines the Ishtar Gate of Babylon, constructed during the reign of Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BCE), as a potent symbol of imperial authority and a deliberate cosmological statement. Through an analysis of the gate's architectural features, decorative motifs, and historical context, the study argues that the Ishtar Gate served not only as a monumental entrance to the city but also as a visual representation of Nebuchadnezzar II's power, religious beliefs, and his vision of Babylon as the center of the world. The gate's depiction of lions, bulls, and dragons, associated with specific deities, reinforced the king's divine mandate and the city's connection to the cosmic order. Furthermore, this research explores how the Ishtar Gate contributed to the overall ideological program of Nebuchadnezzar II, aimed at legitimizing his rule and solidifying Babylon's position as a major political and cultural hub in the ancient Near East. By interpreting the Ishtar Gate as a carefully constructed symbol of imperial power and cosmological significance, this paper offers new insights into the art, architecture, and ideology of the Neo-Babylonian Empire.