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Contrary to traditional accounts of creation from the dust of the Earth, Sitchin posits that the Anunnaki genetically engineered early hominids—possibly Homo erectus—to accelerate evolution, resulting in Homo sapiens. This notion resonates with the Sumerian concept of Eden, believed to be an experimental site where the first humans were created. Enki, a leading Anunnaki figure, advocated for humanity, contrasting with his brother Enlil, who feared their potential uprising.
This genetic manipulation theory suggests a profound connection between humanity and extraterrestrial beings, igniting debate about the origins of intelligence and capabilities that have defined human development.