Dumuzi

Dumuzi is a figure from ancient Mesopotamian mythology, primarily known as a god of fertility, shepherds, and seasonal renewal. Often linked to the cycle of growth and harvest, he symbolizes life's fertility and the transient nature of life and death. In myth, Dumuzi's story is associated with themes of death and resurrection, reflecting agricultural cycles and the importance of renewal in ancient belief systems. His cult and stories underscored the reliance on seasonal cycles for survival and prosperity in early Mesopotamian society.