Sumer
Sumer
Sumer (/ˈsuːmər/; from Akkadian Šumeru; Sumerian ki-en-ĝir15, approximately "land of the civilized kings" or "native land") was an ancient civilization founded in the Mesopotamian region of the Fertile Crescent, situated between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.
Etymology
The term "Sumer" (Sumerian: ki-en-ĝir15) is the Akkadian name for the "land of the civilized kings". The Sumerian term ki-en-ĝir15 is believed to have been etymologically derived from KI (land) + EN (lord) + ĜIR (native).
History
Sumer is considered to be one of the first civilizations in the world, with historical records dating back to 4500 BC. The Sumerians developed a form of writing known as Cuneiform, which is one of the earliest known writing systems.
Medicine in Sumer
The Sumerians had a complex system of medicine that was highly advanced for its time. They had a detailed understanding of anatomy and disease, and they used a variety of treatments, including surgery, herbal remedies, and magical incantations. The Sumerians also had a detailed system of medical terminology, many of which are still used in modern medicine.
Related Terms
- Cuneiform: One of the earliest systems of writing, developed by the Sumerians.
- Mesopotamia: The region in the eastern Mediterranean where Sumer was located.
- Fertile Crescent: The region in the Middle East which is seen as the birthplace of agriculture and civilization.
- Tigris and Euphrates: The two rivers that defined the region of Mesopotamia.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sumer
- Wikipedia's article - Sumer
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