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The Mysteries of Tibet’s Ancient Bon Religion
High in the mountains of Tibet, nestled among the majestic peaks and breathtaking landscapes, lies a spiritual tradition that has withstood the test of time. The Bon religion, one of the oldest and most mysterious spiritual traditions in Tibet, predates Buddhism and has been practiced for thousands of years. With its animistic worldview, a rich pantheon of gods and spirits, and intricate ritual practices, the Bon tradition offers a unique glimpse into the spiritual heritage of Tibet.
Robbie Mitchell - 04/06/2023 - 14:57
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Tooth Enamel Reveals Differences Between Neanderthal and Human Survival Tactics
... whose teeth are studied. 12 Ancient Foods That We Still Love Today Smell Like a Viking - The Viking Odor Was ...
Nathan Falde - 11/05/2023 - 14:58
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Ancient Texts Strongly Suggest Jesus was Literate and Multilingual
... agreed, then he will be contradicting his teachings of love and forgiveness. Likewise, if he disagreed, then he ...
Jack Wilkin - 27/06/2020 - 14:02
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The Exotic Menagerie: The Wild Animals Slaughtered in Gladiator Games
The ancient Roman gladiator games were a spectacle of blood and brutality that captivated audiences for centuries. While we may imagine sword-wielding gladiators fighting to the death in the arena, there was another element to these games that often goes overlooked: the use of exotic animals. From lions and tigers to elephants and bears, these majestic creatures were brought in from far-flung lands to add an element of danger and excitement to the games.
Robbie Mitchell - 22/06/2023 - 22:52
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2,800-Year-Old Cursed Assyrian Stele Brings Bad Luck for Police Commissioner
... the star of Ishtar/Venus, goddess of human passions in love and war; and the thunderbolt of the weather god Adad. ...
aprilholloway - 22/01/2017 - 22:51
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The Great Berber Kingdom of Numidia in the Shadow of Rome
The ancient Romans placed a lot of the world under their heel and into their sphere of influence. Numerous cultures, nations, and civilizations fell in their wake. Centuries of blossoming was terminated and these cultures were ushered into a new era. One such civilization was ancient Numidia. An old and powerful kingdom, Numidia was well known to the Greeks and the Romans, and their clash was inevitable.
Aleksa Vučković - 20/01/2021 - 00:46
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Rama's Bridge: Where Modern Science and Ancient Myths Collide
Historians, archaeologists, and researchers in our distant past insist that civilized life began on the Earth about 5,000 years ago. They point to the fact that there is no hard evidence to support the existence of a preexisting culture prior to the rise of the Sumerians and the Egyptians.
Rita Louise - 23/03/2024 - 13:03
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Victims of End of the World Epidemic Unearthed in Egypt
Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered the remains of victims of an ancient epidemic that occurred nearly two millennia ago, believed at the time to be the end of the world, according to a report in Live Science.
aprilholloway - 18/06/2014 - 13:21
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Poison: The Good, the Bad and the Deadly
For thousands of years poisons have been both a deadly threat and a protective tool used around the world. Poisons have played a dominant role in our history and legends, persisting both as evil potions and curative antidotes. Vital medicines we rely on today have roots in the diabolical concoctions of antiquity.
aprilholloway - 04/10/2014 - 12:59
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What Makes Spartan Women So Different From Other Ancients?
... they left behind as it was provocative and fueled mutual love and inclination." Though bizarre by the standards of ... This was not limited to marriage and intimate love. Depiction of a Spartan warrior before battle in the ...
B. B. Wagner - 23/01/2020 - 18:46
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Hattusa: The Cursed City of the Hatti and the Hittite Empire
Hattusa, also known as Hattusha, is an ancient city located near modern Boğazkale in the Çorum Province of Turkey’s Black Sea Region. This ancient city once served as the capital of the Hittite Empire, one of the superpowers of the ancient world.
dhwty - 03/03/2020 - 23:36
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The Demonic Calendar Of Ancient Egypt
The Egyptians, like many cultures, had no generic word for ‘demon’. Although some words, such as Akhw, get very close. Etymologically, the Greek derived term ‘daemon’ or ‘demon’ means divider or alloter, and from Homer’s time onwards, it referred to an operator of unexpected and intrusive events in a person’s life. Unlike Olympian gods, a daemon was an impersonal thing, unpredictable, anonymous and often frightful in manifestation, thus connected with fate.
Chris Morgan - 01/02/2021 - 13:20
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What Would You Have Eaten for Christmas in Medieval Times?
With Christmas almost upon us, there will be plenty of frenzied present shopping and meal planning. Haven’t made that Christmas cake yet? Fear not. If you were preparing the festive meal 600 years ago you’d have far more on your plate.
The picture below is a calendar page from a Book of Hours, a type of prayer book popular among pious rich people in the Middle Ages. Apart from the costumes they are wearing, the people at the bottom of the page seem much like us – keeping warm and enjoying their food and drink.
ancient-origins - 06/12/2016 - 14:49
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The Legend of Montesiepi: The Sacred San Galgano Sword in the Stone
One of the most famous British folk tales is that of King Arthur and the sword in the stone. According to the various versions of the story, the sword could only be pulled out of the stone by the true king of England. A similar, though much less well-known, story can be found in the Italian region of Tuscany.
dhwty - 12/05/2023 - 15:11
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Archaeologists Excavate Ancient Anatolian Health Center Founded by Rich Roman Subject-King
... after his wife’s name, which means “brotherly love.” The excavation site in Karaman, Turkey. ( Hurriyet ...
Mark Miller - 21/04/2016 - 21:53
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The Riddle of the Rock Piles—Effigies and Enigmas: A Southeastern Mystery Story – Part I
Southeastern United States: 2000 years ago | For hundreds of years, people had been accustomed to gathering in this special place near the great river at the sacred time of the winter solstice. Families who spent most of the year scattered about met to share news, introduce a developing crop of young people to each other, learn about new techniques of stone working and food production, and generally do what peopl
jim willis - 16/05/2017 - 14:09
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Unique Golden Pectoral Ornament Found in 2,500-Year-Old Scythian Grave
While performing excavations inside a large barrow (burial mound) at a place known as the “Siberian Valley of the Kings,” a team of Polish and Russian archaeologists uncovered the remains of two Scythian bodies, who were likely buried there around 500 BC. One was that of a toddler, and the other was of a middle-aged woman. Next to the woman they found a rich collection of Scythian burial goods, including golden ornaments, an iron knife, a bronze mirror, and an engraved wooden comb.
Nathan Falde - 17/02/2022 - 14:00
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Winchester Mystery House – Anything But an Ordinary Millionaire’s Mansion
Shadowy figures moving along the corridor, disappearing as they ascend the staircase to nowhere. The sound of children’s laughter reverberating throughout the hallways. A man clad in clothing from the early 1900s walking around the basement. Door knobs turning without human touch. Wailing heard in certain rooms. Organs playing. Loud bangs, like that of gunshots.
ML Childs - 05/06/2017 - 14:02
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St Knut’s Day: Jan 13 - The Scandinavian Fun Finale To Christmas!
Every culture has its own unique holidays and traditions, but one of the most interesting cultural holidays is St Knut’s Day. St Knut’s Day, also known as the Feast of St Knut, is a traditional holiday celebrated in the European countries of Sweden and Finland. St Knut’s Day is celebrated annually on January 13th, and usually marks the end of the Christmas season with a Knut’s Party, or feast.
Lex Leigh - 13/01/2023 - 13:59
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Mysterious medieval fortifications buried in Poland detected with advanced imaging technology
Archaeologists discovered evidence of unknown medieval fortifications which may indicate the presence of Hussite clashes near a small village in Poland. They found indications of the fort buried in wooded foothills near the village of Bieździadka in south-eastern Poland, the site was examined by archaeologists Joanna Pilszyk and Piotr Szmyd.
lizleafloor - 25/05/2018 - 01:16