He spoke again and the dress was there.
This 'sign,' which reminds one of Yahwe's signs to Moses as a proof of the latter's power,[723] is to be regarded as an indication that "destruction and creation" are in Marduk's hands. The gods rejoice at the exhibition of Marduk's power. In chorus they exclaim, "Marduk is king." The insignia of royalty, throne, sceptre, and authority are conferred upon him.
Now go against Tiâmat, cut off her life,
Let the winds carry her blood to hidden regions.[724]
Marduk thereupon fashions his weapons for the fray. Myth and realism are strangely intertwined in the description of these weapons. Bow and quiver, the lance and club are mentioned, together with the storm and the lightning flash. In addition to this he
Constructs a net wherewith to enclose the life of Tiâmat.
The four winds he grasped so that she could not escape.[725]
The south and north winds, the east and west winds
He brought to the net, which was the gift of his father Anu.
His outfit is not yet complete.