09 Apr 2021 Lustrous Gems As Amulets And Talismans Of Ancient History By Nigel Pennick History & Tradition 0 Astrology is a very significant component of traditional magic. Although today it is marginalized even in magical practice, it played a significant role in determining when and how to implement a magical act. Gems played an important role in late... Read More
02 Apr 2021 Politics Behind The Jewish-Roman War: Vespasian Versus Izates Manu By ralph ellis History & Tradition, Politics & Social Structure 0 A few years ago, the world of biblical archaeology was treated to a spectacular mosaic find from the ancient Huqoq synagogue, an archaeological site just north of Tiberias. The image-exclusive was published by National Geographic, and it depicts a... Read More
29 Mar 2021 Aspasia The Metiki Who Seduced And Confused Athens’ Powerful Men By MartiniF History & Tradition 0 In his writing on the Athenian Statesman Pericles, Plutarch (c. 46 – c. 119 AD), marvels at the "... great art or power this woman had, that she managed as she pleased the leading men of the state and gave the philosophers an opportunity to... Read More
26 Mar 2021 The Royal Lineage Of Jesus, Descendant Of Cleopatra By ralph ellis History & Tradition 1 The simplistic story of the life of Jesus, as it is presented in the New Testament accounts, is well known. He was supposedly a poor carpenter born in a stable, a disadvantaged child who rose to become a great leader and teacher. However, there is... Read More
24 Mar 2021 Ancient Chinese And South Asian Flights Of Fancy By Dr. Benjamin B.... History & Tradition 0 It may not be surprising that early cultures pondered the wonder of flight: people in most parts of the world could see birds, bats, and insects flying about, and this likely inspired a great sense of curiosity. Many likely imagined rising aloft,... Read More