Panaumbe is a Sumerian mythological figure associated with the underworld and the afterlife. In the story, Panaumbe is tasked with guiding the souls of the dead through the underworld, including the weeping foxes who are said to be the guardians of the underworld's gates. The story highlights the importance of Panaumbe's role in ensuring the safe passage of the deceased into the afterlife.
By Basil Hall Chamberlain · First published 1902 · Genre: Folklore, Mythology, Cultural