The Great Ziggurat of Ur - Ancient Origins
WEBJun 17, 2014 · The construction of the Great Ziggurat of Ur began under King Ur-Nammu of the Third Dynasty of Ur (about the 21 st century B.C.), and was completed by his son, King Shulgi. The Great Ziggurat of Ur was located in the temple complex of the city state, which was the administrative heart of Ur. What remains of the Ziggurat of Ur today.
The Moundbuilders: North America’s Little-known Native Architects
WEBJun 14, 2017 · The exhibition chronologically explores the changing construction methods and purposes of the Native American mounds. It begins with the earliest known mounds of about 3700 BC. These were built in the Lower Mississippi Valley by small groups of hunter-gatherers. They accomplished these feats without metal tools.
Secrets Behind the Creepy Plague Doctor Mask and Costume
WEBJul 15, 2020 · Using the Plague Doctor’s Mask and Garments. Although the well-known plague doctor’s costume wasn’t worn during the infamous Black Death, History Answers states that it was often used by plague doctors “during the Plague of 1656, which killed 145,000 people in Rome and 300,000 in Naples.”.
Abyssinia and the Ethiopian Empire: The Ancient History of a …
WEBSep 19, 2020 · The Book of Aksum is a collection of 15 th century documents from St. Mary’s Cathedral of Aksum which gives crucial information about Ethiopian history. (Dmitry Chulov / Adobe Stock)A Crucial Trading Power Rises. The name Ethiopia to describe the Aksumite Empire appears as early as the 4 th century, and one popular explanation for the name is that it comes from Greek: Αἰθιοπία ...
Legends of The Sun: From Solar Gods to Flying Chariots
WEBJun 2, 2018 · 4. Ancient Greece (Greece) The ancient Greeks believed that the sun traveled across the sky in a flying chariot ridden by Zeus’s son, Apollo, and driven by fiery horses. Apollo was important in Greek culture not only because he represented the sun, but also because he was seen to illuminate the worlds of music and reason.
The Significance of the Sacred Seal of Solomon and its Symbols
WEBFeb 23, 2016 · The Seal of Solomon (known also as the Ring of Solomon) is believed to be a signet ring that belonged to King Solomon of Israel. This ring is thought by some to have magical powers, and it originates in Jewish tradition. Nevertheless, the Seal of Solomon can also be found in later Islamic and Western occultism, as both of these adopted it from ...
East vs. West: The Untold Story of Christianity's Great Schism
WEBDec 22, 2023 · The Formation of Two Churches. The Great Schism led to the establishment of the Eastern Orthodox Church, with its center in Constantinople, and the Roman Catholic Church, centered in Rome.Each developed its distinct traditions, doctrines, and ecclesiastical structures. The Eastern Orthodox Church, emerging from the traditions of the Byzantine Empire, maintained a conciliar model of governance.
Gladiators: Ancient Romans Loved Their Deadly Games
WEBJul 15, 2020 · According to the historian Theodoret, Telemachus was a monk who came to Rome from Asia Minor. During one of the gladiatorial games in the city, Telemachus leapt into the arena to stop two gladiators from fighting. The spectators, who were obviously unhappy with Telemachus’ action, proceeded to stone the monk to death.
The Outstanding Story of Osiris: His Myth, Symbols, and …
WEBFeb 24, 2019 · Osiris shown in typical mummy wrappings. Based on New Kingdom tomb paintings. ( CC BY SA 4.0) A Son of Gods – The Beginning of the Osiris Myth. The name ‘Osiris’ is the Greek form of the Egyptian name Asir (or Wsir or Asar), which may mean “the Powerful”, “the one who sees the throne,” or “the one who presides on his throne.”
From Hunters to Settlers: How the Neolithic Revolution Changed …
WEBJun 30, 2018 · The archaeological understanding of the Neolithic Revolution (or First Agricultural Revolution) has changed significantly since research on the subject first began in the early 20th century. This change from hunter-gatherer groups to agrarian communities seems to have occurred around 12,000 years ago, and with it …