Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tammuz
Noun
ˈtæm.mʊz
Definition
Tammuz is the name of a month in the Hebrew calendar, as well as the name of a deity in ancient Mesopotamian mythology.
Examples
- In ancient Babylon, Tammuz was revered during the summer months.
- The festival of Tammuz was celebrated with various rituals and offerings.
Meaning
In ancient cultures, Tammuz is associated with fertility and the cycle of life and death. In Hebrew tradition, it marks a period of mourning for the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem.
Synonyms
- None (specific to cultural context)
