Utu, a Sumerian God, may be familiar to anyone who is interested in ancient Sumerian mythology. This god personified the sun's radiant energy and provided warmth for the Earth and the plants. Many of his images featured fiery radiations. Utu was also Nanna's father and twin brother, and the father of Nanna the moon God.
Ninib
Ninib, the Sumerian god of war, was a powerful warrior. Enlil, his dad, ordered him to mount and carry his command. Ninib was initially associated with vegetation. However, he later became associated with Saturn (which he called Kaitaann). He was also associated to healing. His wife Gula was actually the patroness for physicians. His involvement in Assyrian religious life was important.
Ninib was the personification the sun. Ninib was originally part the "Nippur” circle of deities that also included Enlil (the god of rains, storms, and thunder). Enlil, the head of the pantheon gave Ninib a piece of the conquests of chaos.
Utu
Utu, Sumerian sun god, is also known for being the gods of truth, morality, justice, and honesty. Ningal was the god of the sun and Ningal was her son. He was revered by humans and helped plants grow by granting them sunlight. Many depict him as an old man holding a solar dish. Utu is also noted for his role in the Law Code of Hammurabi, which is considered the basis of human society.
Utu was also a brother to the goddess Inanna. They are close friends and considered to be more than just siblings. Inanna is having trouble with Utu. He would not stop his daily walk. Inanna sought help from Gilgamesh. He killed the snake, drove out the bird, then sent the evil spirit known as the Lillitu to flee. Inanna also enlisted the aid of the goddess, who slew snakes and sent the Lillitu demon fleeing from her path. Afterwards, Gilgamesh cut down a tree and presented it to Inanna as her throne.
Inanna
Inanna is a Sumerian Goddess of Love and Fertility. She is also known by Akkadian as Ishtar. She was married to the shepherd-king Dumuzi. Although both were gods at one point, their relationship was difficult. Inanna was often depicted in youthful, impetuous and seeking more power.
She is Sumerian mythology’s most important goddess. Her story also contains a love story. Her love for Dumuzi is described in a poem called Inanna's Song. This poem dates back to 2800 BCE. It describes Inanna's courtship of Dumuzi. Inanna's courtship and relationship with a farmer can be seen in the poem, "Inanna Prefers the Farmer". The poem also tells of her rejection of the farmer Enkimdu and her eventual marriage to the shepherd Dumuzi.