An important point though is that in both the Confessions and the Epic of Gilgamesh, there is a supreme, superior power that gives everyone hope and something to believe in. “Pity and respect suggest a practical recognition of the power of nature and serve to remind humans of their place in the larger scheme of things” (Sparknotes Editors). I think it's necessary for people to have something bigger than themselves to believe in, otherwise no one would really have anything to look forward to and the fear of death could actually control everyone. Overall, no matter what time period you come from or what your background is, there is nothing wrong with believing in something greater than yourself like Gilgamesh and Augustine