Nanna (Noun)
Meaning 2
God of the Moon; counterpart of the Akkadian Sin.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The ancient Sumerians worshipped Nanna as the God of the Moon, believing he controlled the lunar cycles and tides.
- In Mesopotamian mythology, Nanna was often depicted as a bearded man with a crescent moon on his head, symbolizing his divine authority.
- As the counterpart of the Akkadian Sin, Nanna was revered for his power to bring fertility and prosperity to the land.
- The city of Ur was said to be the sacred city of Nanna, where the ancient Sumerians built a magnificent temple in his honor.
- In Sumerian mythology, Nanna was also associated with the planet Venus, which was seen as a symbol of his divine love and beauty.
Meaning 3
The mother of your father or mother.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.