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2 days ago · Inanna is the ancient Mesopotamian goddess of love, war, and fertility. She is also associated with sensuality, procreation, divine law, and political power. Originally worshiped in Sumer, she was known by the Akkadian Empire, Babylonians, and Assyrians as Ishtar (and occasionally the logogram 𒌋𒁯).
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5 days ago · In Sumerian mythology, Dumuzid's sister was Geshtinanna, the goddess of agriculture, fertility, and dream interpretation. In the Sumerian King List, Dumuzid is listed as an antediluvian king of the city of Bad-tibira and also an early king of the city of Uruk.
- Inanna (later known as Ishtar)
- Geshtinanna (sister), Amashilama (not usually, but in some texts said to be his sister)
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May 2, 2024 · Epithets of Inanna were titles and bynames used to refer to this Mesopotamian goddess and to her Akkadian counterpart Ishtar. In Mesopotamia, epithets were commonly used in place of the main name of the deity, and combinations of a name with an epithet similar to these common in ancient Greek religion are comparatively uncommon.
Apr 16, 2024 · Who were the main gods in ancient Mesopotamian religion? The pantheon included many gods, with the most prominent being Anu (the sky god), Enlil (god of wind and storm), Ea (god of water and wisdom), and Ishtar (goddess of love and war). Each city typically had a patron god or goddess, such as Marduk in Babylon and Enki in Eridu.
Apr 22, 2024 · Ereshkigal, goddess of death and gloom, inhabited this nether world and was the older sister and bitter enemy of Inanna, the goddess of love and war. Ereshkigal ruled the land of no return which was known by the names of Kigal or Irkalla.
Apr 28, 2024 · As the primary goddess of Uruk and venerated throughout Mesopotamia, Inanna's influence can be seen in various aspects of society. Her mythology is filled with rituals and symbols that highlight...
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Apr 23, 2024 · Mesopotamian art is characterized by several recurring themes that reflect the values and beliefs of its people. One prevalent theme is the depiction of gods and goddesses, showcasing the importance of religion in Mesopotamian society.
