ninhursag

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Ninhursag is often depicted as a nurturing goddess with animals.

Definition

Noun: 1. A major mother goddess in Sumerian mythology: Ninhursag is one of the principal deities in the ancient Mesopotamian pantheon, revered as a mother goddess associated with fertility, mountains, and wild animals.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • In Sumerian myths, Ninhursag is often depicted as the creator of life.
  • The temple was dedicated to the worship of the goddess Ninhursag.
  • Ninhursag was also known by other names, such as Nintur.

Advanced Usage

• As a proper noun in academic/religious contexts: The name is used specifically in discussions of ancient Near Eastern religion, mythology, and archaeology.
  • The epithets of Ninhursag emphasize her connection to the natural world.

Variants and Related Words

• Nintu: An alternative name for Ninhursag, emphasizing her role as the "lady of birth."
• Aruru: Another name for this goddess, particularly in her role as a creator deity in the Epic of Gilgamesh.
• Mama: A name highlighting her aspect as a mother figure.
• Ki: The Sumerian earth goddess, sometimes identified with or closely related to Ninhursag.

Synonyms

• Mother goddess
• Earth mother (in a Mesopotamian context)

Notes on Different Meanings

This word has a single, specific meaning as a proper noun referring to an ancient deity. It does not have general or modern figurative uses.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the great mother goddess; worshipped also as Aruru and Mama and Nintu

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