Enannatum I
Enannatum I (Sumerian: πππΎπΊ, EN.AN.NA-tum2), son of Akurgal, succeeded his brother E-anna-tum as Ensi (ruler, king) of Lagash. During his rule, Umma once more asserted independence under its ensi Ur-Lumma, who attacked Lagash unsuccessfully. After several battles, En-an-na-tΓΊm I finally defeated Ur-Lumma. Ur-Lumma was replaced by a priest-king, Illi, who also attacked Lagash.
| Enannatum I πππΎπΊ | |
|---|---|
| King of Lagash | |
The inscription "Enannatum, Ensi of Lagash" (πππΎπΊ ππΌπ π’ππ·π ) is located before the profile of Enannatum, vertically. Detail of a stone plaque. Circa 2420 BCE. From Girsu, Iraq. The British Museum, London. | |
| Reign | c. 2450 BC |
| Predecessor | Eannatum |
| Successor | Entemena |
| Dynasty | 1st Dynasty of Lagash |
Enannatum had a son named Meannesi, who is known for dedicating a statue for the life of his father and mother. He has two other sons, Lummatur, and Entemena, the latter succeeding him to the throne. His wife was named Ashumen.
- The cuneiform text states that Enannatum I reminds the gods of his prolific temple achievements in Lagash. Circa 2400 BCE. From Girsu, Iraq. The British Museum, London
- The name "En-annatum" in cuneiform
- Mace head with the eagle of Lagash, dedicated to the life of Enannatum, possibly Enannatum II.
- Inscription on the mace head: "For Ningirsu of E-ninnu, the workman of Enannatum, ruler of Lagash, Barakisumun, the sukkal, dedicated this for the life of Enannatum, his Master."
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