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Enmesarra, or Enmešarra, in Sumerian and Akkadian mythology is an underworld god of the law. Described as a Sun god, protector of flocks and vegetation, and therefore he has been equated with Nergal.[1] On the other hand, he has been described as an ancestor of Enlil,[2] and it has been claimed that Enlil slew him.[3]

References

  1. ^ Dictionary of Ancient Deities, Patricia Turner, Charles Russell Coulter
  2. ^ Origins of the ancient constellations: I. The Mesopotamian traditions, Rogers, J. H., ADSABS entry.
  3. ^ The Assyro-Babylonian Mythology FAQ version 1.9html, by Christopher B. Siren
  • Michael Jordan, Encyclopedia of Gods, Kyle Cathie Limited, 2002
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