The Probert Encyclopaedia of Sumerian Mythology

NINKASI

In Sumerian mythology, Ninkasi ('The Lady who fills the mouth') was the goddess of brewing or alcohol, born of 'sparkling-fresh water'. She was one of the eight healing children born by Ninhursag for Enki. She was born in response to Enki's mouth pain and Ninhursag declares that she should be the goddess who 'sates the heart'.
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