The present study aims at tracing the historical evolution of the image of Longobardia and of the Longobards (as well as Lombardy and the Lombards) in the works of mediaeval Arab-Islamic geographers (9th-15th c.). Longobardia is represented…
The almost complete Sumerian hymn 1 dedicated to the god Hendursaĝa contains a long section in which the god is described as a guardian of the night and a psychopomp. 2 In these functions the god is assisted by three groups of seven beings…
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What roles do animals play in Mesopotamian symbolism according to the hymn?The study reveals that animals symbolize various human traits and divine qualities, such as the fox representing cunning and the dog symbolizing loyalty and deceit. Each animal in the hymn corresponds to functions or attributes relevant to human society, illustrating their importance in ancient Mesopotamian beliefs.How do the Seven Attendants relate to the function of Hendursaĝa?The Seven Attendants function as symbolic guardians of the night alongside Hendursaĝa, embodying characteristics such as protection and oversight. Their diverse animal traits, such as ferocity and cunning, contribute to a multifaceted representation of divine assistance.What evidence supports the association of specific animals with deities?The paper provides examples where animals like the fox are linked to deities such as Enlil and Erra through mythological texts. For instance, the imagery of the fox appears frequently in Sumerian literature as a creature associated with wisdom and cunning.
Pokud zařízení předáte dál, předejte ho i s návodem. Před použitím odstraňte všechny obaly. A Důležitá Bezpečnostní Opatření Dodržujte základní bezpečnostní pokyny, jako jsou: 1 Tento přístroj mohou používat děti ve věku od 8 let a osoby se