4 Comments

Is the word napištu related to the name of the hero Utnapishtim?

Expand full comment

I'm pretty sure it is. Utnapishtim's Sumerian name is Ziusudra, and I think both the -napishti- and Ziu- elements mean "life."

Expand full comment

Hmmm. like Greek zoe?

Expand full comment

Yes, I believe so.

Expand full comment