New analysis of ancient Mesopotamian medical prescriptions suggests that, in a small but striking set of cases, patients were instructed to seek out the sanctuary of a deity as part of their healing ...

Gender-ambiguous people in ancient Mesopotamia were powerful and important members of society more than four millennia ago.

Ancient medical texts found in Iraq reveal how Mesopotamian healers sometimes sent patients to sanctuaries as part of treatment.

Introduction / Julia M. Asher-Greve and Joan Goodnick Westenholz -- Map of Mesopotamia -- Chronological table -- Gender theory and issues. On sexual differences and gender categories ; Changing gender ...

When it was made: The Neo-Assyrian period, circa 900 to 600 B.C. This small, bronze figurine is the best-known depiction of the Mesopotamian god Pazuzu, who was the inspiration for modern demons ...

Nebuchadnezzar II claimed divine inspiration for his restoration work, stating that the gods Zababa and Ishtar motivated him to undertake the project. After completing the renovations, he proclaimed: ...

Today, trans people face politicization of their lives and vilification from politicians, media and parts of broader society.