Shamash was said to be a protector of travelers and play a key role in the safe arrival of travelers to their destination Mark. This image depicts Shamash on a chariot above a mountain. On the top of the image, the sun disk symbol for Shamash can be seen.
This disk is usually portrayed with four points with spherical shapes between each point Horry. Shamash is often depicted with this disk in the sky that represents the sun Encyclopedia Britannica. In his right hand he holds a dagger. The dagger is a representation of Shamash cutting through the mountains at sunrise to bring light to the universe Mark. His right foot in placed on a stool, which is another indication to the viewer that this is a god, not a ruler.
This object is a testament to the widespread symbols and worship of Shamash. We can tell that this statuette comes from Syria because of his short, pointed beard. Hairstyles were a good indicator of identity in the ancient Near East. The sun disk on his head is a sign of Egyptian influence too! What is that rope on his neck? I can see how it could look like a rope! That's actually supposed to represent the edge of his garment. This small figure was likely created using the "lost wax" technique of bronze casting.
The figure would have been created in clay first which explains why the cast figure resembles one built out of soft material. Why are one of his eyes and the stomach empty? Both eyes was possibly inlaid, with glass or precious stones. The hole in his stomach is just deterioration over time. It wasn't part of the original design. Also, one of his hands is broken. Yes it is! This too is a product of age and deterioration.
The object dates to c. The Sun God Shamash. Shamash, a Near Eastern sun god, is shown seated. His helmet is decorated in relief with horns and topped by a sun disk, which may have been copied from representations of Egyptian solar deities. His arms are bent forward, with the hands partially preserved. View large image on the British Museum's website. He brings light and warmth to the land, allowing plants and crops to grow.
He thus became the god of truth, judgements and justice. As a defender of justice, the sun god also had a warrior aspect Black and Green : Let there be truth! Extispicy was an important branch of royal court scholarship in existence for over a millennium, whereby the king could receive answers from the gods to specific questions regarding matters of state. Foster : Surviving second millennium texts indicate that his assistance was sought against evil and curses.
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