Tammuz is a deity from ancient Mesopotamian mythology, primarily associated with fertility and agriculture. He is often linked to the cycle of life, death, and rebirth, symbolizing the seasonal changes that affect crops. Tammuz was worshipped in various cultures, including the Sumerians and Babylonians, and his myths often involve themes of love and loss. In the Sumerian tradition, Tammuz is known as Dumuzi, the shepherd god, who was married to the goddess Inanna. His death and resurrection were celebrated in rituals that marked the arrival of spring, emphasizing the importance of his role in ensuring agricultural abundance and the renewal of life.