Mother of the Sumerian Gods: Who is Nammu?
Nammu is the ancient Sumerian mother goddess who gave birth to the gods and created humanity. Despite her extremely important role, much of her story is shrouded in mystery.
Nammu is the ancient Sumerian mother goddess who gave birth to the gods and created humanity. Despite her extremely important role, much of her story is shrouded in mystery.
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