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Beyond Myth and Legend: Tracing the Footsteps of Unicorns in Ancient Cultures
Throughout the annals of history, the unicorn has captivated humanity’s imagination, leaving traces of its existence in the art and artifacts of ancient civilizations. Join us on a fascinating journey as we explore the remarkable evidence of unicorn interaction in five ancient cultures: India, Sumer, Assyria, Babylon, and Persia. Through the relics left behind, we can gain a glimpse into the significance and symbolism of the majestic unicorn within these cultures.
Alfonso Colasuonno - 05/07/2023 - 19:01
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Aramaic Inscriptions in Palmyra, Syria, Solve Mystery of the ‘Anonymous God’
... 2,500 Aramaic inscriptions in Palmyra in south-central Syria has helped solve a 100-year-old mystery. The analysis ... 2,500 Aramaic inscriptions in Palmyra in south-central Syria has helped solve a 100-year-old mystery. Two hundred ... Slaughtered for Protecting the Ancient Treasures of Syria She added that it was believed, for over 100 years, ...
Sahir - 27/06/2022 - 14:47
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Astonishing 2,700-Year-Old Assyrian Winged Deity Unearthed in Iraq
In a landmark discovery, archaeologists have re-excavated a magnificent lamassu at the ancient city of Khursbad, Iraq. The monumental sculpture, an embodiment of an Assyrian protective deity, is generally depicted with a human-like head, wings like a bird, and a body resembling either a bull or lion.
Joanna Gillan - 28/10/2023 - 22:41
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Mixing Magic and Medicine: New Study Shows Mesopotamian Doctors Had to Battle Demons
Analysis of a collection of clay tablets confirms that a Mesopotamian doctor had to deal with more than just physical ailments. The ancient healer was expected to exorcise demons, ward off witchcraft, and appease the gods – all while staying up to date on the latest medical-magical healing strategies!
Alicia McDermott - 14/02/2018 - 14:00
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First Temple Period Palace Discovered Under The Heart Of Old Jerusalem
The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) have announced the discovery of several dozen stone artifacts that date back to the First Temple Period, over 2500 years ago. They were found in a historic part of Jerusalem and it is believed that they are the remains of a palace.
Ed Whelan - 04/09/2020 - 04:33
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Mesopotamian Military Mastery - The Ancient Reinvention of Warfare
Creating a great empire in ancient times was no simple task, and it usually involved a lot of warfare. Ancient Mesopotamia, called by many the cradle of civilization, was also the cradle of organized warfare, of tactics and generals, of specialized weaponry and military doctrines. And it is with the help of all these things that it endured for many long centuries. But what exactly encompassed this ancient and rudimentary military? What techniques did they employ to subjugate their neighbors and enemies?
Aleksa Vučković - 03/01/2024 - 16:57
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Piecing Together the Lost Mitanni Empire
... northern Euphrates-Tigris region, which would be northern Syria and Turkey today. The ethnicity of the first settlers ... somewhere along the River Habur (the Al Khabour River in Syria) but its exact location is unknown. Some historians, ... under the mound of Tell el Fakhariya, located near Gozan, Syria. Modern Tell el Fakhariya, one of the possible sites of ...
Robbie Mitchell - 30/09/2022 - 01:53
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The End of Ancient Judaism: The Captivity
The twelve tribes of ancient Judaism were united into a single kingdom under the reigns of Saul, David, and Solomon. The destruction of this kingdom and the forced exile of its population is known as the Captivity. It is often perceived as a single event, beginning when Jerusalem was destroyed 587 BC and ending in 539 BC, when Cyrus declared that the Jews could return to Jerusalem. Oh, that history could be that simple!
John W Dickerson - 02/01/2020 - 23:03
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Damascus: The Ancient City that was Fought Over by Numerous Civilizations is Facing its Biggest Crisis Today
... city of Damascus, which lies in the southwestern part of Syria, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in ... taken from the Greek version. A clay tablet found in Ebla, Syria. ( Public Domain ) Some of the most visible monuments ... on the city is its planning. After the western part of Syria came under Roman rule as a result of Pompey’s ...
dhwty - 13/01/2016 - 03:48
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Stolen 1200-Year-Old Bible with Gold-Encrusted Motifs Recovered in Anti-Smuggling Raid in Turkey
... artifacts smuggled into the country from neighboring Syria. A rare 1200-year old bible has been seized from a ... artifacts smuggled into the country from neighboring Syria. The seizure of the precious sacred text shows the ... further by local experts. The looting of antiquities in Syria The antiquity is believed to have originated in Syria. ...
Ed Whelan - 08/02/2019 - 13:51
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Nearly Lost from The Pages of History, Mari Is The Oldest Known Planned City in the World
... River in what was once northern Mesopotamia (now eastern Syria). Thousands of years of erosion nearly wiped Mari from ... Mari’s Colorful History Mari is located in modern day Syria, close to the country’s border with Iraq, and south ... and the Taurus Mountains, as well as the northern part of Syria, Mari was able to control the flow of trade. For ...
ancient-origins - 01/01/2017 - 14:36
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Digital Reconstruction of the Northwest Palace, Nimrud, Assyria (Video)
In 2014, the Metropolitan Museum of Art unveiled a captivating digital reconstruction of the Northwest Palace of Ashurnasirpal II in Nimrud, Assyria (near modern Mosul in northern Iraq). This immersive experience transports viewers back to the 9th century BC, offering a glimpse into the palace's grandeur.
Robbie Mitchell - 10/10/2023 - 16:57
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War limits study of Roman Syrian sites, but one has yielded priceless treasures of the past
... Empire sites to study in what was the Roman province of Syria. But archaeologists are able to work a few sites, ... of Apamea, one of the most important ancient cities of Syria, is particularly bad,” said archaeologist Englebert ... an ancient city and capital of the Roman province of Syria, is inaccessible because of modern construction. ...
Mark Miller - 04/11/2015 - 14:59
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How the Roman Theater of Bosra Became a Muslim Citadel
... in the Mediterranean The theater is in the south-east of Syria outside the modern town of Bosra . It is 310 feet (100 ... coloring of the structure is rare outside this part of Syria. The building also used a great deal of concrete and ... sun and the rain. Roman ruins north of the citadel, Bosra, Syria. ( siempreverde22 /Adobe Stock) Today the theater is ...
Ed Whelan - 08/09/2019 - 01:40
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Declassified Cold War Spy Satellite Images Reveal Roman Forts In Syria and Iraq
... plains west of the Euphrates River, leading to western Syria and the Mediterranean,” according to the study. ... Cold War Spy Satellite Images Reveal Roman Forts In Syria and Iraq ...
Sahir - 27/10/2023 - 18:46
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The Village in Syria Where They Speak Jesus' Tongue (Video)
In the rugged Qalamoun mountains of Syria lies Maaloula, a village with a remarkable linguistic ... heritage. In the rugged Qalamoun mountains of Syria lies Maaloula, a village with a remarkable linguistic ... Still Used Today Aramaic Inscriptions in Palmyra, Syria, Solve Mystery of the ‘Anonymous God’ Top image: ...
Robbie Mitchell - 01/10/2023 - 20:54
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The Forgotten Kingdom of Urartu: From Prosperity to Fall
The Kingdom of Urartu, a once significant ancient civilization nestled in the rugged terrain of the Armenian Highlands, flourished from the 9th to 6th centuries BC. Often overshadowed by its Mesopotamian and Egyptian counterparts, Urartu commanded a powerful presence, leaving behind a legacy rich in military prowess, architectural marvels, and cultural achievements. Spanning parts of modern-day Armenia, Turkey, and Iran, its capital, Tushpa (modern-day Van), stood as a show of its grandeur.
Robbie Mitchell - 08/04/2024 - 11:10
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The Trials And Tribulations Of Arabian Warrior Queens
... introduction of domesticated camels in southern Syria and on the Arabian Peninsula allowed the Arabs to ... from her as booty to consolidate his control over southern Syria. READ MORE… Like this Preview and want to read on? ...
MartiniF - 21/04/2021 - 19:39
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The Military Campaigns of Tiglath-pileser III: Sieges on Kingdoms – Part 2
... easily just face one? There was no telling what Israel and Syria had in store, for Judah was not popular with either Israel or Syria. This might be the reason for the attack on Judah by ...
Cam Rea - 08/11/2016 - 02:07
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The Mystical Arslan Tash Amulets: Protection From Night Demons
... The ancient town of Arslan Tash is located in modern day Syria in the northern Aleppo Governorate and close to the ...
Aleksa Vučković - 22/08/2020 - 18:40