Sylvia RoseNov 29, 20236 minEbla - Shining Jewel of the Bronze AgeThe first Kingdom of Ebla (now Tell Mardikh in Syria) is considered one of the earliest empires, and the first recorded world power. The...
Sylvia RoseNov 29, 20234 minKumarbi - Castration Gods of CreationKumarbi is an ancient power, the King of the Gods. He's also a god of prosperity and grain. His symbols include an ear of corn. Though he...
Sylvia RoseNov 28, 20232 minOrnithomancy - Prophecy by the BirdsThe earliest written accounts of ornithomancy come from the Hittite Empire (c. 1450 - 1180). As a practice it goes back much further....
Sylvia RoseNov 28, 20233 minLapis Lazuli: Vibrant Blue Gem of AncientsThroughout the ages people gaze upon lapis lazuli with wonder and awe. Mines in the Indus Valley, south Asia, date back to at least 7500...