The article investigates the position of the atû, “gatekeeper”, an official in charge of the surveillance of palaces, temples, and city gates. His function can be chosen as a starting point for some notes on the Neo-Assyrian society and administration, since he took part in legal procedures and had various relations with othe members of Assyrian administrative hierarchy.
Peering through the Door. A Note on the Functions and Relations of the atû in Neo-Assyrian Society
Ponchia S.
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2023-01-01
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The article investigates the position of the atû, “gatekeeper”, an official in charge of the surveillance of palaces, temples, and city gates. His function can be chosen as a starting point for some notes on the Neo-Assyrian society and administration, since he took part in legal procedures and had various relations with othe members of Assyrian administrative hierarchy.
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