Anu
Definition
Anu was the sky god in ancient Mesopotamian mythology, often associated with kingship and divine authority.
Related terms
Enlil: Another important deity in Mesopotamian mythology who was associated with wind and storms.
Ishtar: The goddess of love and war in Mesopotamian mythology, often depicted as a powerful figure with great influence.
Enuma Elish: The Babylonian creation myth that features various gods including Anu and tells the story of how the world came into being.
"Anu" appears in:
Study guides (1)
Are you a college student?
Study guides for the entire semester
200k practice questions
Glossary of 50k key terms - memorize important vocab
Resources
© 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.