Antum
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A Babylonian goddess who is the wife of the sky god Anu
- proper noun
- Literature
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Antum
- In Babylonian mythology, Antum is revered as the goddess who is the consort of Anu.
Examples
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Worshippers would often pray to Antum for blessings and protection from the skies.
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Many ancient texts reference Antum as an important figure in the pantheon of Babylonian gods.
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You were cursed by Anum and Antum, Lahmum and Du-rum, The Underworld and those who lie in it, that you shall not seize her, and you shall not return.
Surface Forms
Antum main
Etymology
Antum is the female form of the sky god Anu's name, so she is remembered as 'Anu's wife' and a Babylonian goddess.
