Note: The content on this page can be viewed from various perspectives. It is up to the reader whether they engage with Ishtar as a spiritual deity, see her—based on her values and the stories about her—as a philosophical compass and/or role model or shining example, perceive her as a recurring visitor from other worlds, or understand Ishtar as a personality type or character trait of certain historical figures. Some may identify with only one aspect, others with all. It is important to listen to oneself, self-reflect, and even perform a kind of compatibility check. The devotion to Ishtar is by no means intended to force anyone into something whose values they do not share; rather, it aims to help find the "true self" within. Furthermore, this page serves to expose the rumors and falsehoods spread about Ishtar.