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zarpanit

/ˈzɑːr.pə.nɪt/

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noun

/ˈzɑːr.pə.nɪt/formal
  • ruИмя собственное, обозначающее супругу вавилонского бога Мардука, фигуру в древней месопотамской мифологии.

A proper noun referring to the consort of the Babylonian god Marduk, a figure in ancient Mesopotamian mythology.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Mesopotamian goddessC2formal

    A Babylonian goddess, the consort of the chief god Marduk, associated with fertility and love.

    ruМесопотамская богиня

    • Zarpanit was worshipped alongside Marduk in the temple of Esagila.
    • The ancient texts describe Zarpanit as a protective mother goddess.
    • Offerings were made to Zarpanit during the New Year festival.