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Socrates, the renowned philosopher of ancient Greece, held a rather unconventional view of the written word. In his eyes, the act of writing had the potential to diminish human intellect rather than enhance it. He believed that relying too heavily on written texts...

The "Book of the Dead" is a term we use nowadays to talk about a bunch of ancient Egyptian ritual spells. These spells were like instructions and chants to guide people through the afterlife. It's a fascinating text because it gives us some really vivid pictures of...

According to a recent study, Alexander the Great, renowned for his military prowess, was believed to have been buried alive. The study suggests that he fell victim to a rare illness that rendered him paralyzed for six days, gradually stripping him of his motor...

When did people actually start getting curious about history? Well, it's kind of tricky to pinpoint an exact time, but we think it all started during what we call "Proto-history." This period falls between pre-history, when there were no written records, and what we...

During his rule as the first emperor of China's Qin Dynasty, Zheng of Qin faced numerous threats to his life, with assassination attempts being a constant concern. These dangers weren't limited to his reign as emperor; even when he was still the King of Qin, attempts...

Enheduanna, a remarkable figure from ancient history, is the earliest author to be named as such. Despite her significant contributions to literature and religion, her existence remained hidden from modernity until archaeologist Sir Leonard Woolley's discovery of...

In a recent book, a leading expert on ancient Middle Eastern inscriptions suggests that a tablet from ancient Babylon, dating back to around 1500 B.C.E., may represent the earliest depiction of a ghost. The tablet portrays a bearded male ghost, appearing rather...

Pythagoras was born in ancient Greece around 570 BCE. Later, he moved to southern Italy, drawn by the pleasant weather and scenic views, and to establish a community. In his "school," Pythagoras taught his students that numbers were incredibly important, even at the...

Embarking on a career in historical research is like setting sail on a vast ocean of the past. Each document, artifact, and historical site holds the potential to unlock stories that have shaped our world. For many aspiring historians, the journey begins in the...

The history of the world's most famous museums is a chronicle of cultural stewardship and artistic celebration. Among the venerated halls of history, three institutions stand as pillars of the arts: The Louvre in Paris, the British Museum in London, and the...

Many students feel a calling for a career in humanities. Basically, history covers different areas, from culture, art, economics, and literature to cinema, philosophy and anthropology. You will have access to a chronological and temporal analysis of each topic framed...

Mindset is everything

Still changing the way we see history

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Science trying to explain immortality

Two different things, yet used as the same by most believers

Something to not be forgotten

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