Anu (Sumerian deity)

Anu is a major deity in Sumerian mythology, regarded as the god of the heavens and the supreme leader of the gods. He symbolizes the sky's vastness and authority, overseeing the divine realm and maintaining cosmic order. Often depicted as a powerful, distant figure, Anu was believed to grant kingship and authority to rulers, reflecting his role as a divine origin of power. As part of the Sumerian pantheon, he played a central role in religious and royal ceremonies, embodying the fundamental connection between the heavens and the earth in ancient Mesopotamian beliefs.