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Explain briefly the religious beliefs and practices of the Mesopotamians.
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Solution
The Mesopotamians believed in many gods. Every city had its own special god. They worshipped the sun, rain, moon, and stars. Mesopotamians believed that the king was the chief priest and the representative of God on earth. The priests occupied a very important position in society. The Mesopotamians also believed in life after death.
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