Ancient Mesopotamian families feared Lamashtu

Ancient Mesopotamian families feared Lamashtu—a terrifying demon blamed for threatening pregnant women, newborns, and children. To protect the vulnerable, they turned to something just as frightening: Pazuzu, the vicious wind demon whose image was used on protective amulets to ward Lamashtu away.

Imagine fearing one demon so much that another demon became your protector.

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