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NAMTAR

Sumerian Sickness God

God of Pestilence

He knows nobody likes him and he keeps a very low profile, only sneaking in under the cover of darkness to make off with all those sacrifices that are made to keep him away.

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Namtar Facts and Figures

Name: Namtar
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:

Gender: Male
Type: God
Area or people: Sumer
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role:
In charge of: Disease & Sickness
Area of expertise: Disease, Sickness, Illness

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 4180

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Article last revised on September 26, 2018 by Rowan Allen.
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