August
22
/ 2020
The culture of Phoenician civilization was one of the most inspiring and influential in the ancient world. Through maritime trade and over many centuries, the Phoenician writing script, their language, and their culture spread to many corners of Europe and the Near East. For archaeologists and history lovers, the diverse mythologies and beliefs of the Semitic civilizations of the Near East were always a big source of inspiration and knowledge. Excavations of the major ancient metropolises of that region resulted in the discovery of many marvelous artworks. But what about the artifacts that relate specifically to the lives and beliefs of everyday life in ancient societies? The unique and enigmatic Arslan Tash amulets certainly give us some insight into that
