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What does the name Enheduanna mean in Sumerian?

  • High Priestess

  • Lady of the Temple

  • Priestess of the Sky

  • Ornament of the Heavens

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The name Enheduanna means "Ornament of the Heavens" in Sumerian. She was a princess of Sumer who became a high priestess of the goddess Inanna and is considered the world's first known author. She wrote many hymns, poems, and prayers, and her work is still studied today.
The Legacy of Enheduanna: Unveiling the First Known Author

The Legacy of Enheduanna: Unveiling the First Known Author

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