The Archaeology of Mesopotamian Extispicy: Modeling Divination in the Old Babylonian Period By Matthew Rutz

https://www.academia.edu/8112932/The_Archaeology_of_Mesopotamian_Extispicy_Modeling_Divination_in_the_Old_Babylonian_Period?nav_from=926dec51-c9c4-4cc8-b514-365a484d40a3 This research examines the practice of extispicy in ancient Mesopotamia, specifically during the Old Babylonian period. Extispicy, a form of divination using the livers of sacrificed animals, is analyzed through archaeological evidence and historical texts. The study aims to model the social and cultural contexts that influenced this practice, providing insights into the religious and administrative functions of divination in Mesopotamian society.