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Goddesses Inanna & Ereshkigal!
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Inanna and Ereshkigal were two of the most important goddesses in the ancient Mesopotamian pantheon, which was the religious system of the ancient civilizations that flourished in the region that is now modern-day Iraq.
Inanna was the goddess of love, fertility, war, and political power. She was also associated with the planet Venus, which was sometimes referred to as the "Morning Star" or the "Evening Star." Inanna was often depicted as a beautiful and powerful woman, wearing a horned headdress and carrying a bow and arrow. She was believed to have the power to grant fertility and prosperity to her worshippers, as well as to protect them in times of war.
Ereshkigal, on the other hand, was the goddess of the underworld and death. She was Inanna's older sister, and they were believed to have a complex and sometimes contentious relationship. Ereshkigal was often depicted as a dark, veiled figure, and she was associated with the planet Saturn. She was believed to have the power to bring death and destruction, but also to offer wisdom and insight to those who sought her guidance.
One of the most famous stories involving Inanna and Ereshkigal is the myth of Inanna's descent into the underworld. According to the myth, Inanna decided to visit her sister in the underworld, but in order to enter, she had to pass through seven gates, each of which required her to remove a piece of clothing or jewelry. By the time she reached Ereshkigal's throne, she was naked and vulnerable, and Ereshkigal was able to overpower her and kill her. Inanna's loyal servant, however, was able to negotiate her release, and Inanna was eventually resurrected and returned to the world of the living.
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