Part of themyth series on Religions of the ancient Near East |
Pre-Islamic Arabian deities |
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Arabian deities of other Semitic origins |
Ta'lab (Arabic:تألب ريام) was a god worshipped inancient Yemen, particularly bySumʿay tribes. Ta'lab was themoon god and also a protector of pastures.[1] The name Ta'lab means “goat”, an animal that was considered sacred by southern Arabs.[2] Ta'lab’soracle was consulted for advice. A shrine dedicated to him existed inJabal Riyam in northSana'a.[3]
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