Ta'lab
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Ta'lab was a god worshipped in ancient Yemen, particularly by Sumʿay tribes. He was the moon god and also a protector of pastures. Ta'lab's oracle was consulted for advice, and a shrine dedicated to him existed in Jabal Riyam in north Sanaa.
When
- First attested
- 1000 BCE
- Attested period
- -1000 – 600
- Historical notes
- Worshipped in ancient Yemen with a shrine at Jabal Riyam; the name means 'goat', an animal sacred to southern Arabs.
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“Ta'lab was a god worshipped in ancient Yemen, particularly by Sumʿay tribes. Ta'lab was the moon god and also a protector of pastures. The name Ta'lab means 'goat', an animal that was considered sacred by southern Arabs.”
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