As Greek mythology goes, the universe was once a big soup of nothingness. Then, two things happened: either Chaos or Gaia created the universe as we know it, or Ouranos and Tethys gave birth to the first beings.
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Jack
Wilkin
I am a graduate research student at the Camborne School of Mines in the United Kingdom. My research focuses on the isotopic geochemistry of fossils from the Jurassic of Germany for paleoclimate studies. I graduated with a 2:1 Honours in palaeontology from the University of Portsmouth. I have published numerous articles in popular magazines and academic journals on palaeontology and related disciplines.
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Human Origins
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Ancient Technology
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Ancient Places
The Tayma oasis in Saudi Arabia is famous for its rock art and its historic legacy. It was a major trade route in antiquity and was once the dwelling place of a Babylonian king, Nabonidus. It is referenced in both Assyrian and Biblical sources as a trading post and is also known for abundant rock art made as much as 4000 years ago.
Opinion
What is the origin of the legend of the Christed Son who was born of a virgin on December 25th? I am sure you are familiar with his legend which states that he was born in a manger surrounded by shepherds
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