Imhullu (Evil Wind)
Mythological Narrative
Academic Discussion & Critique
Exchange peer-reviewed hypotheses, comparative Indo-European etymologies, and archaeological field interpretations regarding Imhullu (Evil Wind).
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The Me (Divine Decrees)
The foundational powers of civilization — crafts, kingship, music, law — stolen and gifted by Inanna from Enki's house in Eridu.
Anu
King of the gods and lord of the heavens. Anu is the supreme deity of the Mesopotamian pantheon, father of the gods, and source of all royal authority.
Anzu
The lion-headed storm eagle who stole the Tablet of Destinies while Enlil bathed, until Ninurta shot it down by stratagem; in other poems the great bird repays kindness with gifts.