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Akhkhazu

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Akhkhazu also known as Ahhazu is a female demon of jaundice from the Akkadic mythology that was later adopted by babylonian mythology. Her Sumerian name is Dimme-kur. She is also called "the seizer".She brings fever and plagues and is a member of a trio of female demons (Labasu, Labartu, Akhkhazu).[1] Despite the fact the word "Akhkhazu" has a male gender, Akhkazu is often described as having a female nature.

References

  1. ^ Bane, Theresa. Encyclopedia of Demons in World Religions and Cultures. p. 26.

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