"When the patient is continually clearing his throat; is often lost for words; is always talking to himself when he is quite alone, and laughing for no reason in the corners of fields, is habitually depressed, his throat tight, finds no pleasure in eating or drinking, endlessly repeating, with great sighs, 'Ah, my poor heart!' - he is suffering from lovesickness."
"Like people the world over and throughout time, ancient Mesopotamians fell deeply in love."
"Sleep, begone! I want to hold my darling in my arms! When you speak to me, you make my heart swell till I could die!"
"I did not close my eyes last night; Yes, I was awake all night long, my darling [thinking of you]."
Medical texts from ancient Mesopotamia detail various ailments but identify passionate love as an incurable condition. Love was significant in society, ensuring family continuity and social stability. Arranged marriages were common, often involving couples who had never met. Despite this, ancient Mesopotamians experienced deep romantic feelings, as evidenced by love songs and poetry. These cultural artifacts reflect the emotional depth and complexity of relationships, illustrating that love was a universal experience even in ancient times.
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