Ta'lab

Bronze hand dedicated to Ta'lab, 2nd-3rd century CE.

South Arabian inscription describing the construction of a temple dedicated to Ta'lab, 3rd century CE.

Ta'lab was a god worshipped in pre-Islamic southern Arabia, particularly in Sheba. Ta'lab was the moon god and also a protector of pastures.^[1] His oracle was consulted for advice. A shrine dedicated to him existed in Riyam.^[2]

References

↑ 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. JSTOR 609235.
↑ St. John Simpson (2002). Queen of Sheba: treasures from ancient Yemen. British Museum Press. pp. 162, 163. ISBN 9780714111513.

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[1] 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. JSTOR 609235.

[2] St. John Simpson (2002). Queen of Sheba: treasures from ancient Yemen. British Museum Press. pp. 162, 163. ISBN 9780714111513.