Intellectual and Cultural Communication of Ancient Iraqi Civilizations in the Arab and Islamic Society: A Study of Some Religious Phenomena Dating Back to 7000 BCE

التواصل الفكري الثقافي لحضارات العراق القديمة في المجتمع العربي والاسلامي –دراسة لبعض الظواهر الدينية الممتدة منذ 7000 ق م

Abstract

It is undeniable that any contemporary cultural phenomenon is an inseparable part of its historical roots. To understand the current reality of such a phenomenon, one must look beyond the historical horizon to trace its origins, motivations, and the factors that ensured its continuity or integration into society. This study investigates questions such as: Why were the inhabitants of Mesopotamia distributed between rural settlements and urban centers? How did these patterns evolve over time, influencing human relations, social gatherings, governance, and legal systems? How did the image of the ruler and the concept of authority emerge, and what were the foundations of leadership and decision-making?

The research also examines the origins and development of urbanization, its trajectory, and the emergence of religious phenomena, which eventually shaped the divine laws governing human life and interactions. Furthermore, it explores the establishment of sacred spaces, ritual practices, and the conceptualization of a singular Creator, highlighting the cultural and religious continuity that spans all scriptures. These phenomena, originating in Mesopotamia around 7000 BCE, have persisted to the present, reflecting a dynamic and active continuity between ancient civilizations and contemporary cultural life.