Ea Lord Of The Depths
Burzum Lyrics
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From its Nostrils Mucus Trickles...
The Ears Are those of a Basilisk
His Horns Are Twisted into three Curls
Ea, lord of the depths........
The Body is a Sun Fish, Full of Stars
His Name Is Sassu Wunnu
A Sea Monster. A Form of Ea
Ea, lord of the depths......
The lyrics to Burzum's song "Ea Lord of the Depths" describe the appearance and identity of a mythical creature known as Ea. The head of the creature is described as that of a serpent, with mucus trickling from its nostrils. Its ears resemble those of a basilisk and it has horns that are twisted into three curls. This description creates an image of a fearsome and powerful creature, with physical characteristics that are both intimidating and intriguing.
The second verse of the song goes on to describe the body of the creature as that of a sunfish full of stars, with claws at the base of its feet. The creature is named Sassu Wunnu, a sea monster and a form of Ea. Ea is known in mythology as the ancient Babylonian god of the sea and is often associated with primal chaos and creation. The lyrics suggest that Ea, in its many forms, is a powerful force that dwells within the depths of the ocean and that its true nature is both mysterious and awe-inspiring.
Overall, the lyrics to "Ea Lord of the Depths" paint a vivid picture of a mythical creature that is both ancient and powerful, with physical characteristics that are both alluring and intimidating. The song speaks to themes of primal creation and the enduring power of nature.
Line by Line Meaning
The Head is a Head of a Serpent
The entity being described possesses the head of a serpent.
From its Nostrils Mucus Trickles...
Mucus is flowing from the nostrils of the serpent-headed entity.
The Ears Are those of a Basilisk
The entity's ears resemble those of a basilisk.
His Horns Are Twisted into three Curls
The entity has three twisted horns.
Ea, lord of the depths........
This line serves as a transitional and recurring phrase for the song, indicating that the descriptions to follow further illustrate the entity known as Ea, lord of the depths.
The Body is a Sun Fish, Full of Stars
The entity's body resembles that of a sun fish and is adorned with stars.
The Base of His Feet Are Claws
The entity's feet are equipped with claws.
His Name Is Sassu Wunnu
The entity's name is Sassu Wunnu.
A Sea Monster. A Form of Ea
Sassu Wunnu is a sea monster and is considered one form of Ea.
Ea, lord of the depths......
Once again, this line serves as a transitional and recurring phrase for the song, reiterating that the entity being described is Ea, lord of the depths.
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