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Nanna

Nanna

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A Sumerian moon god worshipped in ancient Mesopotamia
  • proper noun
  • Literature
: Nanna
  • The ancient texts describe Nanna as a powerful deity.

Examples

  • Mythological texts often mention Nanna alongside other gods of the Mesopotamian pantheon.

  • Ancient Sumerians built great temples to honor Nanna as their principal moon deity.

  • The festival dedicated to Nanna was an important event in the city of Ur.

  • In Sumerian mythology, Nanna is the god of the Moon.

  • In Sumerian mythology, Nanna is celebrated as the god of the Moon and is often depicted in ancient art.

  • Many temples were dedicated to Nanna, highlighting his significance in the religious practices of Mesopotamia.

  • The Akkadian version of the Moon god is known as Sin, but in the Sumerian tradition, he is called Nanna.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Nanna comes from ancient Sumer and was the name of the moon god. Think of Nanna as an old name for the 'moon' to remember he was the main moon deity worshipped in Mesopotamia.