He looked at the father of the gods, the god of Dur-an-ki,[1073]

Desire for rulership seizes hold of his heart.[1074]

'I will take the tablets of the gods

And decree the decisions [of all the gods.]

I will establish my throne, I will proclaim laws.

I will give all orders to all the Igigi.'

Zu proceeds to the dwelling-place of En-lil and waits for a favorable moment to make an attack.

His heart was bent on the contest.

With his gaze directed toward the entrance of the dwelling,[1075] he awaits for the beginning of day.

As En-lil poured forth the brilliant waters,