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Nabu: Ancient Mesopotamian God of Scribes and Wisdom
... assistant who helps her keep the records and preserve the library of the gods. All that is left of the ancient temple ...
Aleksa Vučković - 15/02/2021 - 22:10
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Decrypting the Temple of Edfu and the Edfu Texts
... found at its entrance. The one on the right was the temple library, where ritual texts were stored, while the one on the ...
dhwty - 30/07/2020 - 18:56
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The Ars Notoria - An Ancient Magical Book to Perfect Memory and Master Academia
Over the centuries many books have been written claiming that loyal readers and followers of the text will be bestowed with magical powers. In some cases these books are intended to invoke demons or angels. In other cases they promise to allow the reader enhanced skills or good luck.
While the concepts of magic and demonology remained controversial through history, many such books were translated and compiled over time, extending their reach throughout several centuries. One of these books is the Ars Notoria.
mrreese - 17/02/2015 - 12:03
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Saint Augustine of Hippo and His Detours on the Long and Winding Path to Christianity
... Christian Classics Ethereal Library, 2015. St. Augustine. [Online] Available at: ...
dhwty - 11/12/2015 - 03:53
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Apollonia, The Once Eminent Greek City
The ancient Greeks left an enduring legacy and influence the modern world to this day. Whether it be astrology, mathematics, biology, engineering, medicine or linguistics, nearly all of the information we take for granted today was first discovered by the ancient Greeks.
Ed Whelan - 19/10/2019 - 02:05
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La Margineda: A Mountain Pass of Ages and Archaeological Gem
Believed to have been created by Charlemagne, Andorra is a tiny country nestled between Spain and France and the only country where Catalan is the official language.
Ed Whelan - 18/10/2019 - 01:13
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The Lost City of Z and the Mysterious Disappearance of Percy Fawcett
... In 1920, Fawcett came across a document in the National Library of Rio De Janeiro called Manuscript 512. It was ...
Bryan Hill - 14/03/2019 - 20:54
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Nahuatl, The Language of the Aztec Nation
... believed that chaos would rule, and all life would cease. Library of Congress Obtains Mesoamerican Map from the Dawn of ...
Caleb Strom - 01/08/2018 - 01:56
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Discover Insights Into Humanity’s Natural Spiritual Heritage at Writing-On-Stone Park
Geological forces have created many natural wonders throughout the world. Some of the most magnificent of these are the remarkable landforms at Writing-on-Stone Park, known as Áísínai'p in the local Blackfoot language. These geological formations, found in the south-west of Canada, are important in the culture and mythology of the local First Nation peoples.
Located in this history filled park are a large number of important aboriginal rock carvings.
Ed Whelan - 18/11/2018 - 01:50
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Henry III’s Rediscovered Westminster Abbey Sacristy Opens to Tourists
... took his final breath in 1413. They’ll walk through the library, which was once part of the monks’ dormitory and ...
Nathan Falde - 10/07/2021 - 14:54
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Viking Crossings in Denmark: Stop, Look, Listen and HIDE
... the Nørre Allé road as well as close to the Dokk1 library and harbor”. Top image: The city of Aarhus has ...
ashley cowie - 30/08/2019 - 22:59
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A Fascinating Look into the Lives and Deaths of the Tierradentro People of Colombia
One of the greatest Pre-Columbian civilizations of Colombia were the Tierradentro who flourished for centuries. They created a remarkable series of cave tombs and monuments which offer us a unique insight into life in the area before the Spanish Conquest.
Ed Whelan - 08/08/2019 - 13:59
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Why Did the Spanish Inquisition Allow Some Witches to Stay Alive?
... be disturbed by the Church. Stash of Books from the Witch Library of Nazi Chief Himmler Found in Prague Salem Witch ...
Natalia Klimczak - 16/05/2016 - 00:28
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When in Rome, Even the Christian Pilgrims Enjoyed the Baths of Caracalla
... (Doctoral dissertation) Available at: https://digital.library.adelaide.edu.au/dspace/handle/2440/20819 Moe, K. ...
Ed Whelan - 13/09/2020 - 22:49
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The Magical Sampo: Object of Power and Riches in Finnish Folklore
... at: http://neba.finlit.fi/kalevala/index.php?m=163&l=2 Library of Congress, 1988. The Rise of Finnish Nationalism. ...
dhwty - 11/04/2015 - 03:48
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The Forum: Epicenter of the Mighty Roman Empire
... son of the emperor Maxentius , and thought to house the library of the Forum in the main building. When in Rome, ...
Ed Whelan - 20/04/2020 - 01:22
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Sao Miguel das Missoes Brazil, A Mission Forced to Abandon its Converts
Brazil is a huge country, well known for its carnivals, rich coffee, fantastic soccer players, and diverse heritage. One of its most remarkable archaeological sites is the São Miguel das Missões. This is an extraordinary example of 18th century architecture in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sol that has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983.
Ed Whelan - 01/06/2019 - 13:55
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Blue Mosque in Mazar-I-Sharif, Afghanistan: A Shrine of Renowned Beauty
Afghanistan is these days often associated with war and tragedy. However, it has a long history and has been an important cultural center for many centuries. The Asian country has numerous spectacular buildings and one of the most beautiful is the Blue Mosque, often known as the Shrine of Ali in Mazar-i-Sharif. This remarkable place of worship has been fortunate to escape the many wars and conflicts that have ravaged Afghanistan in modern times.
Ed Whelan - 12/12/2018 - 01:56
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The Majestic Legacy of Fatehpur Sikri: A Masterful Mughal City
... he died accidentally while falling from the steps of his library in Delhi in 1556, paving the way for his son, Akbar, ...
Sahir - 11/02/2023 - 13:51
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The Extensive Indus Valley Sites of Gujarat
... at: http://www.harappa.com/lothal/text.html World Public Library, 2015. List of Indus Valley Civilization Sites. ...
dhwty - 22/11/2015 - 03:23