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Enkidu said, "Don't worry, my friend,

the dream you had is a favorable one.
The gigantic bull is no enemy of ours.
He stands for the very god who has helped us,
bright Shamash, our protector, lord of the sky,
who in every danger will come to our aid."
–Gilgamesh: A New English Translation,
Stephen Mitchell
Based on the passage, how will Lord Shamash most likely affect Gilgamesh's battle with Humbaba?
Lord Shamash will help Humbaba defeat Gilgamesh.
Lord Shamash will help Gilgamesh defeat Humbaba.
Lord Shamash will help both Humbaba and Gilgamesh.

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Lord Shamash will help Gilgamesh defeat Humbaba.

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Lord Shamash will help Gilgamesh defeat Humbaba

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