Tanit is a Sky Goddess who ruled over the Sun, Stars, and Moon; and as a Mother Goddess She was invoked for fertility. The palm tree is Hers, as the desert version of the Tree of Life; and as symbolic of the life-force of the Earth the serpent is Hers as well—in fact Her name means Serpent Lady.
Tanit was the highest Deity of that city, called the Lady of Carthage. With Her consort Ba'al-Hammon, the God of the Sky, She watched over and protected Carthage. As a protective Deity She had some martial aspects and is sometimes depicted riding a lion holding a spear or long scepter. In Carthage She was said to have an Oracle; perhaps this is connected to Her role as Star-Goddess.
Looks good Jonathan. I really like how the gold came out on his helmet and standard.
ReplyDeleteThanks Russ! When are we going to see you painting and playing a mighty army of antiquity? :)
DeleteWell I actually ordered the Hail Ceaser book. Once I get that I will have a better idea what type of army I might want to do. I am toying with the idea of either a Celtic army or a Greek Hoplite army right now.
DeleteYep, looking good.
ReplyDeleteGreat standard bearer. I really like your contrasts here, the silver and gold in the standard and the red and white plumes.
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