Lahamu

Lahamu, in Mesopotamian mythology, is a primordial sea monster or serpent goddess. She is one of the first beings to emerge from the primordial waters, often described as the muddy or foamy waters that existed before the creation of the cosmos. Lahamu is typically paired with her consort, Lahmu, and together they represent the first pair of divine beings born from Apsu (freshwater ocean) and Tiamat (saltwater ocean).

Lahamu and Lahmu are considered offspring of Apsu and Tiamat, and progenitors of the later generations of Mesopotamian gods. They are sometimes depicted as gigantic serpents, reflecting their connection to the primeval waters. However, their roles and personalities are not as extensively developed as those of later deities like Anu, Enlil, and Ea.

Their significance lies primarily in their position within the cosmogony, illustrating the early stages of creation and the transition from formless chaos to structured order. They represent the fundamental building blocks upon which the world, and the pantheon, are built. While they are not actively worshiped in later Mesopotamian texts, their names and roles are preserved in creation myths such as the Enuma Elish, providing valuable insight into the Mesopotamian understanding of the universe's origins.