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The Sumerians developed a religion and a society which influenced both their neighbors and their conquerors. The Babylonians, who also took many of their religious beliefs, borrowed Sumerian cuneiform, the earliest written language. In fact, traces and parallels of Sumerian myth can be found in Genesis. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , ,
Sundials have been around since the days of the Sumerians, some five thousand years ago, and were the earliest known means of keeping time. As to whether you can actually tell time by using a sundial, that's a bit trickier. Related Article Tags: , , ,
The Egyptians made most of their bracelets out of a variety of materials they could find in nearby hills and deserts. They were among the first to make bracelets with precious gemstones and enameling. Gemstones were considered to have powers. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , ,
Aquarium keeping has been an age-old practice. The Sumerians, the ancient people of Mesopotamia have been keeping fishes in ponds since at least 4,500 years ago. Other early human cultures that fashioned aquarium keeping include the Egyptians, the Asians the Chinese, the Japanese and the Romans. These ancient aquariums served several purposes including entertainment, a place to breed fishes for market as also a ready source of food. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Computer software is that essential equipment that makes this critical office and home tool available to us - let's face it, there are few of us with the skills and knowledge to know what to do with one without it!
The first dragon story on record is found in the Babylonian creation epic, Enuma Elish. First called Labbu by the Sumerians in 3000 BC, this dragon came to be known as Tiamat when that civilization gave way to the Babylonians and their mythologies blended. Broken down, Tiamat's name means "life-mother," and this she-dragon was indeed the creator of all. P Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,
Herbal nutritional supplements have experienced a surge in popularity in the recent years. The market is saturated with everything from teas that promise to bring relief for pain brought on by arthritis to herbal diet supplements that can supposedly help us lose weight (with the help of diet and exercise, of course). Related Article Tags: , ,
Wonder how this astrology thing got started? We're going to take a brief look at when it all started as a serious science over 4000 years ago until it became more myth than science in the 1600s.
Pest control means management of a species creating problems for human beings directly or indirectly, since it is considered to be harmful to an individual`s health, the economy or the ecology. Pest management is at least as old as agriculture as it was necessary to keep crops free from unwanted animals and insects. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Your lungs were the first compressor known to man, but don't try to use them to clean your home.
Throughout time, the wearing of bracelets and bangles has been popular with both men and women not just as decorative pieces of jewellery, but as potent symbols of a persons standing in society as well as powerful protective shields against enemies or evil. Related Article Tags: , ,
The article 'A Time Before Clock and Watches - A Series (Part 1)' tells you about the history of time and how time was measured in ancient days before the discovery of clock and watches. After reading this article, you will be well informed about one of the old day technology and old man expertise. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , ,
Aquamarine, a precious gemstone is a widely accepted and admired since years. It derives its name from Latin word for' seawater'. This subtle gemstone is seen in colors ranging from light blue to bluish green to deep blue. Most precious one is the latter. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Accountancy is the system of reporting, verifying, and recording the value of liabilities, expenses, assets and income in the books of ledger (account) to which credit and debit entries are posted chronologically to keep a record of changes in value. Lenders, investors, managers, decision makers and tax authorities are the primary people that such financial information will be used.
Swizzle sticks are small sticks placed in cocktails to hold fruit or stir the drink. Commonly made of plastic, the swizzle portion of the swizzle stick name originated from the Caribbean cocktail, Rum Swizzle. In 1933, Jay Sindler invented a swizzle stick with a spear-point on one end. Sindler, an engineer, was looking for a way to get the olive out of his martini without using his fingers. Sindler was granted a patent on his swizzle stick in 1935. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Trade originated in prehistoric times. It was the main facility of prehistoric people, who bartered goods and services from each other when modern money was never even thought of. Peter Watson dates the history of long-distance commerce from circa 150,000 years ago. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
Zanzibar Island has long been associated with mystery and romance. Find out why CondÃ(c) Nast Traveller has picked Zanzibar as one of the three most romantic ocean destinations in the world.. Related Article Tags: , ,
Religious and ancient beliefs of the soul. How science views the soul. Parapsychology and the soul. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
Hand charms and amulets against the Evil Eye. Hand signs. Symbolic imprints on the hands of avatars. Hand Signs in Religious Art. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,
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