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WEBIn the tranquil region of Tweeddale in southern Scotland, the ancient village of Drumelzier has long been entwined with the legend of Merlin, the mythical wizard famously linked to King Arthur... News and articles relating to our ancient origins, archaeology news, anthropology, ancient artifacts, sacred writings, ancient places and more.
What’s the Truth Behind the All-Seeing Eye of Providence?
WEBDec 26, 2019 · Thus, in a way, the Eye of Providence is meant to represent a form of spiritual guidance that pious Christians ought to follow. The Eye of Providence may also be meant to represent the omnipresence, omnipotence, and omniscience of God. In addition, the elements surrounding the eye take on a Christian meaning as well.
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 Council of Nicaea: Pagan Emperor Constantine Used …
WEBNov 9, 2018 · At Ancient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. And while some people may seem content with the story as it stands, our view is that there exist countless mysteries, scientific anomalies and surprising artifacts that have yet to be discovered and explained.
Khopesh—The Egyptian Sword that Forged an Empire
WEBDec 26, 2018 · Egyptian military technology is no exception. The khopesh, a curved sword commonly used in Egypt during the Bronze Age, represents the oldest sword style used in North Africa and the Near East. It is also with this sword that the Egyptians forged an ancient empire. Egyptian warrior with a khopesh sword. (MedievalWeaponsBliss)
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 ...
The Rarely Told Story of Pre-Colonial Philippines
WEBOct 1, 2018 · Trading at Port of Sugbu, circa 1521 modern day Cebu, Philippines by Manuel Pañares. Chinese, Anamese, Cambodian, Europeans and Arabs entered and traded at the Cebu Port. Gold, cotton, and slaves were bartered in exchange of silk, porcelain, beads, and other metals. Traders paid tribute to the King of Cebu.
The Disturbing True Story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin
WEBNov 3, 2020 · The Pied Piper of Hamelin Story. For those unfamiliar with the tale, the Pied Piper of Hamelin is set in 1284 in the town of Hamelin, Lower Saxony, Germany. This town was facing a rat infestation, and a piper, dressed in a coat of many colored, bright cloth, appeared. This piper promised to get rid of the rats in return for a payment, to which ...
Ancient Demons and Their Infernal Legacy
WEBJul 8, 2016 · Demons have existed in myths and legends since ancient times. In the hierarchy of evil, as laid out in grimoires and occult texts, each demon has a name and a precise function. In medieval times, people carried out rites of protection as it was believed that every individual was stalked by demons, who waited for a moment of weakness in …
The Monumental Fall of Babylon: What Really Shattered the Empire?
WEBJun 12, 2020 · The fall of Babylon is a historical event that occurred in 539 BC. This event saw the conquest of Babylon by the Achaemenid Empire under Cyrus the Great and marked the end of the Neo-Babylonian Empire. The fall of Babylon is reported by a number of ancient sources, including the Cyrus Cylinder, the Greek historian Herodotus, as well …