TYPE: God of writing and wisdom
ORIGIN: Mesopotamian (Akkadian-Babylonian)
INFORMATION: The son of Marduk and Zarpanitu(m), his consort is Tasmetu(m). He is symbolized by the inscribing stylus. A major deity in neo-Babylonian times from the Eighth Century BCE onward, with an important sanctuary at Borsippa, near Babylon, known as the Ezida. He is considered a god of mountain regions, described as the "firstborn son of Marduk" and his image is closely involved in the New Year Akitu festival. Also Nebo (Vetus Testamentum).