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Ta'lab (Arabic: تألب ريام) was a god worshipped in ancient Yemen, particularly by Sumʿay tribes. Ta'lab was the moon 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’s oracle was consulted for advice. A shrine dedicated to him existed in Jabal Riyam in north Sana'a.[3]
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Bronze hand given by Wahb Ta'lab ibn Husman Yarsumi Bani Sukhim to Ta'lab Ryam, 2nd-3rd century CE. -
South Arabian inscription describing the construction of a temple dedicated to Ta'lab, 3rd century CE.
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- ^ Beeston, A. F. L; Mundy, C. S; Berry, J (1955). "Notes and Communications". Bulletin of the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London. 17 (1): 154–165. doi:10.1017/s0041977x00106408. JSTOR 609235.
- ^ Oğuzhan, İbrahim. "İstanbul Arkeoloji Müzeleri Eski Şark Eserleri Müzesinde Teşhir Edilen İslamiyet Öncesi Arabistan Koleksiyonu Eserlerinin Tahlili, 2.3.1. Yazıt 1 (Envanter no. 7502)". Archivum Anatolicum (in Turkish). 15/2, 2021: 489 – via DergiPark.
- ^ St. John Simpson (2002). Queen of Sheba: treasures from ancient Yemen. British Museum Press. pp. 162, 163. ISBN 9780714111513.
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