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Popular Phrases Given to us by AntiquityPopular Phrases Given to us by Antiquity
The phrase comes from deep Antiquity, and more precisely, from Greek mythology and the story of Achilles. Homer's hero from the Iliad had a weak spot - his heel....
Sleep disorders are from antiquity until todaySleep disorders are from antiquity until today
Lunatics meaning people who sleep walk, or sleepwalkers are known since antiquity....
The Vestal Virgins - the Most Powerful Women in AntiquityThe Vestal Virgins - the Most Powerful Women in Antiquity
In the days when women's social status was akin to that of slaves and farm animals, there was one group of women that stood near the very peak of the societal hierarchy. These were the Vestals or Vestal Virgins - the priestesses...
A Large River Flowed Through the Sahara in AntiquityA Large River Flowed Through the Sahara in Antiquity
The Sahara desert once had a branched river system in Antiquity and the vast African landscape was not as desolate as it is today....
When the First Mall was Built and Other Little-Known Facts from AntiquityWhen the First Mall was Built and Other Little-Known Facts from Antiquity
Read on to find out more curious facts about Antiquity that'll further enrich your common knowledge. 1. Raising a toast started in Greece We've been raising a toast every night since the days of Antiquity....
Ancient pyramid inaugurated in EgyptAncient pyramid inaugurated in Egypt
The pyramid was looted in antiquity. Commented Culture Minister Farouk Hosni during a news conference in Saqqara....
Dispelled are the myths that slaves built the Egyptian pyramidsDispelled are the myths that slaves built the Egyptian pyramids
The Egyptian Council on antiquity suggests that these people were fully insured. According to archaeologists, they were generously fed, as wealthy families from the Delta were sent daily 21 bulls and 23 sheep....
Discovered, the mummy of Queen SesheshetDiscovered, the mummy of Queen Sesheshet
According to Dr Hawass, an antiquity tomb of Queen Sesheshet was robbed by the Marauders, who have stolen almost all valuables from the tombs....
The Most Famous Male Prostitutes in HistoryThe Most Famous Male Prostitutes in History
Below you'll find a list of the most famous gigolos from Antiquity until the present. Phaedo of Elis Phaedo was a handsome young man hailing from an aristocratic family....
Symbolism and meaning of the color redSymbolism and meaning of the color red
Basic symbolic meanings of the color red date from antiquity to the present day. Loved by some, hated by others, this color grabs attention and creates special feelings in those who see it....
Which Mythological Creature are you, Based on Zodiac Sign?Which Mythological Creature are you, Based on Zodiac Sign?
The characteristics of each of the zodiac signs can perfectly match some of the descriptions of the mythological creatures from Antiquity....
The Underground City of Derinkuyu Hides Many SecretsThe Underground City of Derinkuyu Hides Many Secrets
It is theorized that the city was built in Antiquity to act as a refuge from attacking Romans and Arabs....
The Epic of Gilgamesh Expanded with Newly Discovered TextThe Epic of Gilgamesh Expanded with Newly Discovered Text
It contains 3 variants, the separate parts of each all showing the beginning of Sumerian antiquity....