lamassum

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Akkadian

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𒀭𒆗 (lamassum)

Etymology

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Unknown

Pronunciation

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Noun

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lamassum f (construct state lamassi, plural lamassātum)

  1. a lamassu protective spirit (representing and protecting the good fortune, spiritual health and physical appearance of human beings, cities, temples and countries)
    Coordinate terms: (male counterpart) 𒀭𒆘 (šēdum), (protective god) 𒀭 (ilum)

Alternative forms

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References

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  • “lamassu”, in The Assyrian Dictionary of the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago (CAD)[1], Chicago: University of Chicago Oriental Institute, 1956–2011