Ashur

The term "Ashur" has different meanings in different contexts. In ancient Mesopotamian civilization, Ashur was the name of the chief deity of the city of Ashur, which was the first capital of the Assyrian Empire. The city of Ashur was located on the west bank of the Tigris River in northern Mesopotamia.

Historical Significance

Ashur was not only the name of the city and the deity but also became associated with the entire Assyrian Empire and the Assyrian people. The Assyrians were known for their military prowess, conquests, and advanced administrative systems. The city of Ashur and its patron deity played a central role in the religious, cultural, and political life of the Assyrian Empire.

Deity Ashur

In Mesopotamian mythology, Ashur was considered the supreme god and the ruler of the universe. He was associated with war, protection, and the power of the state. The symbol of Ashur was the winged disc, which represented his divine protection and omnipresence. The Assyrian kings often attributed their military victories to the support and favor of the god Ashur.

Study Guide

Describe the significance of the city of Ashur in the ancient Assyrian Empire.
Explain the role of the god Ashur in the religious beliefs of the Assyrian people.
Analyze the impact of the Assyrian Empire on the ancient world, focusing on military conquests and administrative achievements.
Discuss the symbolism of the winged disc as the emblem of Ashur and its significance in Assyrian culture.

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The History of Earth

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Earth Science - High School - Worksheet: The History of Earth

The History of Earth

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE (NGSS)

Earth’s Place in the Universe

Students who demonstrate understanding can:

Apply scientific reasoning and evidence from ancient Earth materials, meteorites, and other planetary surfaces to construct an account of Earth’s formation and early history.

Earth’s Systems

Students who demonstrate understanding can:

Construct an argument based on evidence about the simultaneous coevolution of Earth’s systems and life on Earth.

EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE (NGSS)

Earth’s Place in the Universe

Students who demonstrate understanding can:

Apply scientific reasoning and evidence from ancient Earth materials, meteorites, and other planetary surfaces to construct an account of Earth’s formation and early history.

Earth’s Systems

Students who demonstrate understanding can:

Construct an argument based on evidence about the simultaneous coevolution of Earth’s systems and life on Earth.

EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE (NGSS)

Earth’s Place in the Universe

Students who demonstrate understanding can:

Apply scientific reasoning and evidence from ancient Earth materials, meteorites, and other planetary surfaces to construct an account of Earth’s formation and early history.

Earth’s Systems

Students who demonstrate understanding can:

Construct an argument based on evidence about the simultaneous coevolution of Earth’s systems and life on Earth.

EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE (NGSS)

Earth’s Place in the Universe

Students who demonstrate understanding can:

Apply scientific reasoning and evidence from ancient Earth materials, meteorites, and other planetary surfaces to construct an account of Earth’s formation and early history.

Earth’s Systems

Students who demonstrate understanding can:

Construct an argument based on evidence about the simultaneous coevolution of Earth’s systems and life on Earth.