Enki
Enki – Lord of the Earth; Lord of Waters
Enki is the Sumerian lord of water, abundance, and wisdom. Depending on myth, he may be the creator of the universe or at least its most recentedition. He taught humanity the arts of civilization and established the rule of morality.
Enki is a trickster spirit and the owner of magic. He can heal any illness and resurrect the dead. According to Sumerian myth, Enki is the deity responsible for saving humanity from the deluge that blanketed Earth (similar to Noah’s flood.) He is also ultimately responsible for rescuing and reviving Inanna-Ishtar when she is trapped in the Realm of Death.
Enki is sexually voracious. He rules semen and can bestow fertility to women as well as heal male infertility. He also bestows protection and prosperity.
ALSO KNOWN AS:
Ea; Oannes
ORIGIN:
Sumeria; Mesopotamia
FAVOURED PEOPLE:
Enki has vowed to help anyone who seeks his aid.
Manifestations:
He may be a merman, part human, part fish.
ATTRIBUTE:
A pair of entwined snakes. Their image closely resembles the double-helix of a DNA strand.
CREATURES:
Fish, snake
ELEMENT
Water
Plant:
Reeds
PLANET:
Mercury
Offering:
Beer
SEE ALSO:
- Ereshkigal
- Inanna-Ishtar
- Nanshe
- Nidaba
SOURCE:
Encyclopedia of Spirits: The Ultimate Guide to the Magic of Fairies, Genies, Demons, Ghosts, Gods & Goddesses– Written by :Judika Illes Copyright © 2009 by Judika Illes.
