Ashur (Noun)
Meaning 1
An ancient Assyrian city on the Tigris and traditional capital of Assyria; just to the south of the modern city of Mosul in Iraq.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Chief god of the Assyrians; god of military prowess and empire; identified with Babylonian Anshar.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The ancient temple was dedicated to Ashur, the powerful deity worshipped by the Assyrians as their chief god and protector.
- In Assyrian mythology, Ashur was often depicted as a warrior king, symbolizing the empire's military prowess and dominance.
- As the god of war and conquest, Ashur played a central role in the Assyrian pantheon, guiding the kingdom's expansion and victories.
- The Assyrian king prayed to Ashur for strength and guidance before leading his armies into battle, seeking the god's blessing and protection.
- The Babylonians identified Ashur with their own god Anshar, highlighting the cultural and theological exchange between the two ancient civilizations.