Lion of Babylon

The Lion of Babylon is an ancient Babylonian symbol.

[1] The depiction is based on the Mesopotamian lion, which used to roam in the region.

[citation needed] It represents Ishtar, goddess of fertility, love, and war.

[citation needed] The lion featured as the dexter supporter on the coat of arms of Iraq from 1932–1959.

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The Lion of Babylon from a portion of the Processional Way leading to the Ishtar Gate