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Ancient Greek Science and Technology – From Antikythera to Pharos
... to be succeeded by Ptolemy II Philadelphos (of Brotherly Love), who ruled from 285 to 246. Ptolemy II continued his ...
Evaggelos G. Vallianatos - 11/11/2021 - 17:57
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The Mysterious Didanum People
... to as an enemy of Inanna (Sumerian goddess of sexual love, fertility and warfare). In other texts Didanites appear ...
johnblack - 04/10/2013 - 08:40
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Ancient Chinese Coin Swords: Demon Fighting Weapons of the East
One of the most fascinating discoveries from ancient China are coin swords. Coin swords, also known as cash swords, are an ancient type of feng shui talisman that has been around since the Qing dynasty. These unique swords, while large and intricate, were not used in physical fights with others. Instead, Chinese coin swords were used to ward off evil and are frequently still used in Daoist rituals.
Lex Leigh - 25/12/2022 - 17:32
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Mother Shipton’s Cave of Magic, Mystery, and Prophecy
... carpenter, in 1512. Locals said that she may have used a love potion to bring about the marriage. According to ...
Natalia Klimczak - 31/07/2020 - 23:11
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The Haryanka Dynasty of India: Betrayals of Fathers by Sons
... and influence. Bimbisara brought up his son with much love and care like a true father. He gave him every kind of ... was also a true Indian father, who was blindly in love with son. He never monitored Ajatashatru and believed ...
Saurav Ranjan Datta - 14/11/2020 - 00:59
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Rethinking Barbarians: Were They Really Savages?
... Roman Athletes was a Hot Commodity A Guide to Exploring Love, Sex, and Homosexuality in Ancient Rome Shedding New ...
Aleksa Vučković - 06/01/2024 - 16:54
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Researchers Discover 'Allah' Inscribed in Vikings Burial Costumes
... different in comparison with how White Nationalists really love the Vikings. While this may be an honorable goal, it ...
killahbeez587 - 07/04/2018 - 18:09
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Hereward the Wake – Original Robin Hood or Fictional Medieval Hero?
... family in Saint Palmer heard of his exploits she fell in love with him without even meeting him. She went on to become ...
Robbie Mitchell - 02/12/2022 - 21:58
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Alchemy and Immortality – The Tale of Nicolas Flamel and the Lapis Philosophorum
... who lived between 1330 and 1418 in Paris. He married his love, Pernelle, in 1360 and together they became the most ...
valdar - 14/01/2016 - 00:45
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The Venerable Bede and the Origins of the English ‘Nation’
... by none other than King Alfred the Great , who’s love of literature and learning led to the dissemination of ...
Meagan Dickerson - 22/05/2021 - 18:50
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The Giant Footprint of Pingyan: Giant Made or Man Made?
Stories and tales about gigantic beings inhabiting the Earth occur in almost all ancient cultures and civilizations. From the Indo-Europeans, to the Greeks, to the Christian Bible, tales of giants have been passed down from generation to generation and these stories still exist in modern day. There has never been any concrete evidence to prove the existence of giants, that is unless you believe the giant footprints that have been found across the globe.
Veronica Parkes - 06/06/2020 - 14:02
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10 Ancient Festivals That Were Far From Innocent
... holiday of Valentine's Day , which now celebrates love and affection in a considerably tamer fashion. 2. ...
Aleksa Vučković - 16/11/2023 - 21:52
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Archaeologists identify Temple of Hatshepsut, the female Pharaoh the ancients tried to erase
King Thutmose III, sixth Pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty in Ancient Egypt, tried to erase all memory of Hatshepsut, the “Woman Who Was King”, but he was unsuccessful as traces of this powerful female Pharaoh have remained. Now more evidence of her reign has been found, as archaeologists have discovered a temple with inscriptions to Hatshepsut.
Mark Miller - 26/10/2015 - 20:46
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What Are the Similarities and Differences Between Beltane and Walpurgis Night?
... of fertility to the land. Aine: Radiant Celtic Goddess of Love, Summer, and Sovereignty Faith or Economy? Why Pagan ...
Gary Manners - 29/04/2023 - 23:00
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How Gaul ‘Barbarians’ Influenced Ancient Roman Religion
The continental neighbors of the Romans, the Gauls were considered barbaric entities which the Republic and Empire attempted to colonize multiple times. Caesar’s numerous conquests on the mainland allowed for constant military encampment within Gaul, resulting in a need to bring the Gallic religion under some kind of Roman control. This culminated in what is now known as the Gallo-Roman religion, an amalgamation of the two faiths.
Riley Winters - 24/09/2020 - 20:59
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The Strange Story of the Black Prince of Canterbury
Visitors can find the tomb of Edward of Woodstock, also known as the Black Prince, in the famous Canterbury cathedral. The 14th Century prince was the eldest son of King Edward III and Philippa of Hainault, but some may question why he’s laid to rest in such an important place. His biography isn't impressive, but his tombstone with a sculpture of his deceased body accompanied by a strange epitaph made him famous.
Natalia Klimczak - 29/06/2019 - 01:44
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Tomoe Gozen - A fearsome Japanese Female Warrior of the 12th Century
In most societies of the past, it was the men who were usually engaged in the bloody business of war. Nevertheless, there are also historical records of women who managed to make a name for themselves in this traditionally male dominated profession. These women were renowned not only as fearsome fighters, but also as cunning strategists and inspirational leaders. In war, they were certainly equal to, if not better than, their male counterparts.
dhwty - 29/04/2015 - 15:05
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Archaeologist Digs for Evidence of the Rosetta Stone’s Ancient Egyptian Rebellion
By Jay Silverstein/The Conversation
The Rosetta Stone is not known for its content, but as a lexicon of Egyptian hieroglyphics. The decree inscribed on the stone, however, discusses a violent revolt – largely lost to history – that shaped the trajectory of western civilization.
ancient-origins - 07/03/2023 - 21:57
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Two Sides to Every Story: The North American Martyrs Shrines and Indigenous/ Roman Catholic Relations
After the Blessed Virgin Mary and her assorted shrines and grottoes, evangelical Catholics in Canada and United States flock to and draw inspiration from the North American Martyrs’ Shrines in Midland, Ontario and Auriesville, New York; where collectively six clerics and two `donné’ or lay people were killed, supposedly `in odium fidei’ (in hatred of the faith).
Joachim Brouwer - 13/02/2022 - 00:16
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Students Unearth Rare Treasures at Lost Biblical City of Ziklag
... City of Gath In the Footsteps of King David: Stories of Love, War, and Bravery The team uncovered some seals and a ...
Ed Whelan - 14/04/2020 - 23:00