Nergal is the fierce god of war, plague, and the scorching sun, representing destruction as a necessary force of renewal.

Which culture worshipped Nergal?

Nergal is associated with the Babylonian tradition.

What is the sacred color of Nergal?

The sacred color of Nergal is #ff4500.

What powers does Nergal have?

Bringer of plague and fire; guardian of the underworld.

What is the mythology of Nergal?

Nergal is the fierce god of war, plague, and the scorching sun, representing destruction as a necessary force of renewal.

Nergal — Babylonian Mythology

Nergal

God of War and Pestilence

Culture: Babylonian

Pantheon: Babylonian Gods

Domain: Destruction, War, Death

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Nergal

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