Babylon's Mystery Goddess
The Queen of the Night, an enigmatic Babylonian goddess, baffles scholars despite a plaque revealing her elaborate features. Speculations on her identity persist, fueling an ongoing debate among experts.
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The Queen of the Night, an ancient Babylonian goddess, remains shrouded in mystery despite intense scholarly scrutiny. The British Museum's acquisition of a plaque bearing her image in 2003 shed light on her elaborate headdress, large wings, and sacred emblems, suggesting her status as a goddess. Dating back to the reign of Hammurabi, she is believed to have originated near Ur. Speculations about her identity range from the Babylonian goddess of love and war, Inanna/Ishtar, to Ereshkigal, the vengeful queen of the Underworld, and even the biblical demoness Lilith. Each theory presents compelling arguments but also faces significant challenges in fully aligning with the Queen's attributes. The enigmatic figure's hybrid features and symbolic elements continue to puzzle experts, leaving her true identity unresolved. Patricia Fara's exploration of this ancient deity highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the Queen of the Night's identity, emphasizing the enduring mystery that surrounds her.
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