A Tigi to Nanaya for Išbi-Erra (Išbi-Erra C)
A Tigi to Nanaya for Išbi-Erra (Išbi-Erra C) (ETCSL 2.5.1.3)
Sumerian
Ur III / Old Babylonian (c. 2100–1600 BCE)
15 pages
About This Book
Royal and Court PoetryBabylontheologyliteraturehistory
This hymn reveals how an ancient king forged his authority through the worship of a powerful goddess. You will discover the ritual language used to bridge the gap between divine favor and earthly rule in the city of Unug.