Category: Mesopotamian Mythology

Alu ORIGIN: Babylonia Alu are a type of Babylonian spirit. Their name may be translated as “Storm” or “Tempest” but is also sometimes considered a…

Pazuzu is an Assyrian and Babylonian Demon god of the first millennium B.C.E., who sends diseases, pestilence, and plagues into households. Pazuzu has…

Lamastu is a Babylonian and Assyrian goddess who practices evil for its own sake. Lamastu is usually translated as “Demonness.” She is hideous in appearance,…

Lahmu is a benevolent Assyrian god who protects against evil Demons. Lahmu means “hairy,” a description of the god’s long hair and beard. Statues of…