Semiramis is a legendary Assyrian queen whose reign was made famous by later Greek writers. She is thought to be based on the historical Queen Regent Sammu-Ramat (r. 811-806 BCE).

Why is Semiramis famous?

Semiramis is famous as the greatest queen of antiquity, born of the gods and raised by doves, who was said to have built the mightiest cities and most impressive forts and monuments. She is a great mythical figure.

Did Semiramis really exist?

The fabled reign of Semiramis is thought to be based on the historical reign of the Assyrian queen Sammu-Ramat (811-806 BCE).

Is Semiramis mentioned in the Bible?

Semiramis is not mentioned by name in the Bible but some Protestant Christian authors have imagined she is and have equated her with the Whore of Babylon from the Book of Revelation.

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Definition

Semiramis is a legendary queen thought to based on the historical Sammu-Ramat (r. 811-806 BCE) the queen regent of the Assyrian Empire who held the throne for her young son Adad Nirari III until he reached maturity. She is also known as Shammuramat or Sammuramat. She is referenced by several ancient historians including Herodotus, Diodorus Siculus, and Plutarch.

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