 By transforming local deities to fit their own customs, the Hittites hoped that the traditional beliefs of these communities would understand and accept the changes to become better suited for the Hittite political and economic goals.In 1595 BCE, King Marsilis I ( BCE) marched into the city of Babylon and sacked the city.Due to fear of revolts at home he did not remain there long, quickly returning to his capital of Hattusa.