“The” god of the ancient world was, for the most part, a distant, uncaring entity, often linked to the underworld. At his worst, he demanded the sacrifice of humans–including children.Continue Reading

Among the Amorites who first came into contact with the Akkadians and Sumerians, the two most popular deities were the moon-god and “the” god, Enlil.Continue Reading

To reach the summit of Mount Hermon in ancient times, one had approach the peak by circling it counterclockwise. Is there a link between rites on Hermon and religious rituals elsewhere?

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