The “Epic of Gilgamesh” edited by N.K. Sanders tells the story of a hero that went on a long journey seeking immortality after his friend died, which implies that friendship is precious and valuable. To begin, Gilgamesh hears his friend Enkidu’s nightmare about dying which frightens him. The author writes, “Gilgamesh had peeled off his clothes, listened to his words and wept quick tears, Gilgamesh listened and tears flowed.” (25). When Gilgamesh heard that his friend going to dying, he cried at the thought of losing the valuable friendship they shared. Therefore when Enkidu does die Gilgamesh grieves for a long time and can only find closure in a statue dedicated to his friend. The author describes Gilgamesh’s sadness by writing, “Gilgamesh
