Enheduanna’s Hymns (Cultural and Religious Features)

Abstract

The study sheds light historically on Sarjon Akadi’s daughter Enheduana  (2285-2250 BCE), the female Akadian poet, princess, and high priestess. The study shows the Akadian and Sumerian social and religious relations with the temple, deities, and priestess Enheduana, who composed many effective hymns and poems for goddess Inanna. She faced many troubles when she was banished from the temple after the death of her father. Some examples of her hymns are also included and analyzed.