Nanshe was a multifaceted deity of the Mesopotamian pantheon. Associated with water bodies, particularly the sea and marshlands, she was revered as a goddess of justice, dream interpretation, divination, and...
Ninhursag was a prominent deity in Sumerian mythology. Also known as Ninmah, Damgalnuna, and several other names, Ninhursag was revered as one of the seven great deities of Sumer. She...
Mesopotamia, meaning “Land Between Rivers” (Tigris and Euphrates), is often called the “cradle of civilization.” This region, covering parts of modern-day Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Iran, was home to some...
Ancient Mesopotamian beliefs about the afterlife were deeply intertwined with their worldview, mythology, and understanding of the cosmos. As one of the earliest civilizations, Mesopotamia—which included Sumer, Akkad, Babylon, and...
Sargon II, one of the greatest kings of the Neo-Assyrian Empire, ruled from 722 to 705 BCE, navigating an era defined by complex geopolitics, formidable enemies, and relentless military campaigns....
The Banquet Stele of Ashurnasirpal II is one of the most fascinating artifacts from the Neo-Assyrian period, offering a window into the political, cultural, and social practices of ancient Mesopotamia during the...
The Queen of the Night is a title with broad associations across history, mythology, and culture. Its origins and meanings vary, ranging from depictions in ancient Mesopotamian art and mythology to...
Cylinder seals are among the most remarkable artifacts from ancient Mesopotamia, offering a vivid glimpse into the culture, economy, religion, and daily life of the region. These small, intricately carved...
Babylon emerged within the fertile plains of southern Mesopotamia, a region defined by the life-giving waters of the Euphrates and Tigris Rivers. The earliest mention of this city dates back...
The Lion Hunt of Ashurbanipal is a series of Assyrian palace reliefs from the North Palace of Nineveh, created between 645–635 BCE during the reign of King Ashurbanipal (669–631 BCE)....
The Lion of Babylon, a striking ancient stone sculpture, stands as a testament to Mesopotamian artistry and symbolism. Carved from black basalt, a durable volcanic rock, the statue dates back...
The Ishtar Gate was constructed during the reign of King Nebuchadnezzar II around 569 BCE, at the height of the Neo-Babylonian Empire. Babylon, located in modern-day Hillah, Iraq, was the...
Hadad, also known as Adad in Akkadian and Iškur in Sumerian, was a prominent storm and rain god worshiped across the ancient Near East. His origins date back to around...
The historical context of the stele is rooted in Esarhaddon’s efforts to assert Assyrian dominance over Egypt. This campaign followed an earlier defeat in 674 BCE, where Taharqa, ruler of...
Enki, one of the most revered deities in ancient Sumerian mythology, embodies the essence of water, knowledge, crafts, and creation. As a pivotal member of the Anunnaki pantheon, Enki’s influence...
