ashur

• Имя собственное, относящееся к верховному богу ассирийцев, ассоциируемому с военной доблестью и империей, а также название древней ассирийской столицы на реке Тигр.

A proper noun referring to the chief god of the Assyrians, associated with military prowess and empire, also the name of an ancient Assyrian capital city on the Tigris River.

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1. Chief Assyrian godC2formal

   The principal deity of the Assyrian pantheon, associated with military power, empire, and kingship.

   Ашшур

   • Ashur was considered the supreme god of the Assyrian Empire.
   • The king prayed to Ashur before going into battle.
   • Temples dedicated to Ashur were built in the capital city.

   Синонимыassur

2. Ancient Assyrian cityC2formal

   An ancient city located on the Tigris River, which served as the first capital of Assyria.

   Ашшур

   • Ashur was a major cultural and political center in ancient Mesopotamia.
   • The ruins of Ashur lie near the modern city of Mosul in Iraq.
   • Archaeologists have uncovered many artifacts in the ancient city of Ashur.

   Синонимыassur