February
06
/ 2025
A recent study details an extraordinary archaeological discovery in the hills of Jerusalem. At the ancient Motza site, researchers unearthed a tomb dating back to the Pre-Pottery Neolithic B period (7,100 to 6,700 BC). The burial contained the remains of a woman who may have held a significant spiritual role, possibly serving as a shaman within her community. Anatomical analysis of the remains suggests that the woman was over 15 years old at the time of her passing. One of the most remarkable aspects of the discovery is that she had six fingers on her left hand. In numerous ancient cultures, a trait like this was regarded as a mark of distinction and a sign of being chosen by the
