A Symbol of Protection on Hadrian’s Wall: A Roman Period Phallus Amulet Made of Jet
Recent excavations at the Vindolanda Roman Fort have unearthed a small, 2.5 cm long phallus pendant made of jet, dating back to the early 4th century AD. Dr. Andrew Birley, the director of the Vindolanda excavations, estimates that this “wonderful little artifact” was lost sometime around the construction of the barracks wall where it was
Ancient Pottery Find at Megiddo May Corroborate Biblical Battle and Hint at “Gog and Magog” Narrative
Recent archaeological excavations in the ancient region of Megiddo in northern Israel, historically significant and also known as “Armageddon,” have unearthed a remarkable quantity of Egyptian pottery dating back to the 7th century BCE. This significant find may provide the first tangible evidence of the historical battle between King Josiah of Judah and Pharaoh Necho