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Ancient Near East: Overview in 7 Minutes
This video is about the beginnings of Ancient History and provides an overview of the Ancient Near East, focusing on Mesopotamia. The overview goes over the Sumerians, Akkadian Empire, Neo-Sumerian Empire, the Old Babylonian Empire, the Bronze Age Collapse, the Phoenicians, and the Assyrian Empires, ending at around the 500s BCE.
The ancient Near East was the home of early civilizations within a region roughly corresponding to the modern Middle East: Mesopotamia (modern Iraq, southeast Turkey, southwest Iran, northeastern Syria and Kuwait), ancient Egypt, ancient Iran (Elam, Media, Parthia and Persia), Anatolia/Asia Minor and the Armenian Highlands (Turkey's Eastern Anatolia Region, Armenia, northwestern Iran, southern Georgia, and western Azerbaijan), the Levant (modern Syria, Lebanon, ...
published: 28 Apr 2022
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The Birth of Civilization and the Ancient Middle East | The Ancient World (Part 1 of 5)
This video goes through the Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Ages and beyond! It starts off with the Paleolithic and Neolithic, and shifts into the beginning of civilization in the Ancient Middle East. The main focuses are on Ancient Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, the Hittites, Phoenicians, and Hebrews, and the great empires that emerged from the Bronze Age Collapse, the Neo-Assyrian Empire, the Neo-Babylonian Empire, and the Persian Empire.
The Ancient World Series
Part 1: Stone Age and Ancient Near East: (this video)
Part 2: Ancient India: https://youtu.be/yyssSY93PZI
Part 3: Ancient China: https://youtu.be/Sfqfee6SuIs
Part 4: Ancient Greece: To be finished
Part 5: Ancient Rome: To be finished
Welcome to The Ancient World series! This series is meant to summarize broad topics in histo...
published: 09 Aug 2022
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The Complete and Concise History of the Sumerians and Early Bronze Age Mesopotamia (7000-2000 BC)
This program covers the history of ancient Sumer and the Sumerians, from the first notable farming communities such as the Samarra, Halaf and the Ubaid that once occupied their land to the magnificent cities, innovations, great kingdoms and empires that the region become known for, it's all here. If you want to get a good grasp of who the Sumerians were, this is the program for you!
Contents:
00:00 Introduction
03:21 Early Farming Communities (Samarra, Halaf, Ubaid)
08:12 Eridu
12:51 Uruk and the First Cities
17:46 Invention of Writing
21:30 First Kings
22:47 Early Dynastic Period
23:36 Sumerian Religion
26:32 Lagash and Umma
33:00 Ur
35:10 Nippur
35:47 Urukagina
39:02 Lugalzagesi
41:57 Sargon and Akkadian Rule of Sumer
50:55 Post-Akkadian Sumer and the Gutians
54:24 Gudea of Lagash
5...
published: 04 Feb 2021
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A Survey of the Early Ancient Near East
DW | Old Testament
3.1 - A Survey of the Early Ancient Near East
In our last series, we focused on the Ancient Near East with extreme detail, while providing maps, study guides, and transcripts. In this episode, we'll review the highlights while discussing how these events related to the Hebrews.
See the full episode:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DWOldTestament
Support this project at Patreon and gain access to the complete video series! You can also find maps, podcasts, episode outlines, and more!
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published: 12 Feb 2024
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The Ancient Middle East: Every Year
The history of the Middle East, every year. This part covers the period 3500 BCE - 513 BCE. Later periods will be covered in subsequent videos.
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Jon Summer - Over the Dunes
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published: 03 Aug 2020
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The Geography of the Ancient Near East
A popular perception of the Middle East is that the environment is a flat monotonous expanse. In reality, geological conditions, such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, along with wind and water, have created a highly diverse area.
See the full episode:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DWAncientBabylon
Support this project at Patreon and gain access to the complete video series! You can also find maps, podcasts, episode outlines, and more!
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Our Podcast series is available on all major platforms:
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published: 01 Oct 2023
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John Walton: What is the Ancient Near East?
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What is the ancient Near East? Is it useful for understanding the Bible? Dr. John Walton explains that without knowing the ancient background to texts, we may be tempted to fill in the gaps with our own modern cultural notions rather than the ones the biblical text assumed.
published: 23 Apr 2014
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Lesson 1: The Ancient Near East: Historical and Cultural Introduction | Lecture 1
Lecture 1: Welcome!
Dr. Nili Samet - Bar-Ilan University
https://www.edx.org/course/bible-light-ancient-near-east-israelx-0109434x
published: 21 Nov 2017
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Deciphering Ancient Languages: How We Unraveled Sumerian, Babylonian, and Assyrian Scripts
The true story of the discovery of ancient Mesopotamian civilizations and the decipherment of these unknown languages. Hundreds of scientists, scholars, ambassadors, travelers, spies... So many people contributed to the decipherment of these languages. Here is the story of their great efforts.
In this captivating journey through time, we explore the fascinating world of ancient languages and civilizations, with a special focus on the groundbreaking decipherment of cuneiform script, the writing system used by the ancient civilizations of Assyria, Babylon, and Sumer. Join us as we delve into the mysteries of these ancient societies, uncovering the secrets of their languages, cultures, and beliefs.
Cuneiform: The Script of the Ancient World
Cuneiform is one of the earliest known writing s...
published: 04 Aug 2024
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Ancient Mesopotamia 101 | National Geographic
Ancient Mesopotamia proved that fertile land and the knowledge to cultivate it was a fortuitous recipe for wealth and civilization. Learn how this "land between two rivers" became the birthplace of the world's first cities, advancements in math and science, and the earliest evidence of literacy and a legal system.
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published: 04 Nov 2018
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Ancient Near East: Overview in 7 Minutes
This video is about the beginnings of Ancient History and provides an overview of the Ancient Near East, focusing on Mesopotamia. The overview goes over the Sum...
This video is about the beginnings of Ancient History and provides an overview of the Ancient Near East, focusing on Mesopotamia. The overview goes over the Sumerians, Akkadian Empire, Neo-Sumerian Empire, the Old Babylonian Empire, the Bronze Age Collapse, the Phoenicians, and the Assyrian Empires, ending at around the 500s BCE.
The ancient Near East was the home of early civilizations within a region roughly corresponding to the modern Middle East: Mesopotamia (modern Iraq, southeast Turkey, southwest Iran, northeastern Syria and Kuwait), ancient Egypt, ancient Iran (Elam, Media, Parthia and Persia), Anatolia/
Asia Minor and the Armenian Highlands (Turkey's Eastern Anatolia Region, Armenia, northwestern Iran, southern Georgia, and western
Azerbaijan), the Levant (modern Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Palestine, and Jordan), Cyprus and the Arabian Peninsula. The ancient Near East is studied in the fields of Ancient Near East studies, Near Eastern archaeology and ancient history.
The history of the ancient Near East begins with the rise of Sumer in the 4th millennium BC, though the date it ends varies. The term covers the Bronze Age and the Iron Age in the region, until either the conquest by the Achaemenid Empire in the 6th century BC, that by the Macedonian Empire in the 4th century BC, or the Muslim conquests in the 7th century AD.
The ancient Near East is considered one of the cradles of civilization. It was here that intensive year-round agriculture was first practiced, leading to the rise of the first dense urban settlements and the development of many familiar institutions of civilization, such as social stratification, centralized government and empires, organized religion and organized warfare. It also saw the creation of the first writing system, the first alphabet (abjad), the first currency in history, and law codes, early advances that laid the foundations of astronomy and mathematics, and the invention of the wheel.
During the period, states became increasingly large, until the region became controlled by militaristic empires that had conquered a number of different cultures.
Welcome to our Overview series! This series will provide brief overviews of broad topics. It's meant for a general audience and can be used as a stepping stone to any of our other series. They are organized in playlists and sections on our Homepage so take a look!
1. CLICK HERE FOR THE REST OF OUR ANCIENT PERIOD OVERVIEWS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8dP4rHxzXs&list=PLaWQkkziGGfczwgFwgaM6SHbIIl8zhpdF
2. CHECK OUT CHAPTER 1 OF OUR MADE IN ANCIENT HISTORY SERIES:
Chapter 1 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaWQkkziGGfc7G_EHR49g-sDPjjANB7dX
3. Check out our HISTORY BY REGION playlist (Long Form Documentaries):
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaWQkkziGGfcm0zawwpoKVti5DCTsoTBH
4. Check out our STANDALONE video playlist (Short Form Documentaries):
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFn4wt14ytUbngBJp8SsWKQ/playlists?view=50&sort=dd&shelf_id=3
Please subscribe to Made In History for more videos! We are always trying to grow!
0:00 Intro
0:29 Sumerians (c.4500 - 1900 BCE)
1:33 Akkadian Empire (c.2334 - 2154 BCE)
2:15 Neo-Sumerian Empire (c.2112 - 2004 BCE)
2:48 Old Babylonian Empire (c.1894 - 1595 BCE)
3:40 Hittites (c.1650 - 1178 BCE)
4:28 Bronze Age Collapse (1200 - 1150 BCE)
5:16 Phoenicians (2500, but prominent from 900s BCE)
5:58 Assyrian Empires (2025 - 609 BCE)
7:16 Preview for series
All images used with CC license.
Music used:
https://wn.com/Ancient_Near_East_Overview_In_7_Minutes
This video is about the beginnings of Ancient History and provides an overview of the Ancient Near East, focusing on Mesopotamia. The overview goes over the Sumerians, Akkadian Empire, Neo-Sumerian Empire, the Old Babylonian Empire, the Bronze Age Collapse, the Phoenicians, and the Assyrian Empires, ending at around the 500s BCE.
The ancient Near East was the home of early civilizations within a region roughly corresponding to the modern Middle East: Mesopotamia (modern Iraq, southeast Turkey, southwest Iran, northeastern Syria and Kuwait), ancient Egypt, ancient Iran (Elam, Media, Parthia and Persia), Anatolia/
Asia Minor and the Armenian Highlands (Turkey's Eastern Anatolia Region, Armenia, northwestern Iran, southern Georgia, and western
Azerbaijan), the Levant (modern Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Palestine, and Jordan), Cyprus and the Arabian Peninsula. The ancient Near East is studied in the fields of Ancient Near East studies, Near Eastern archaeology and ancient history.
The history of the ancient Near East begins with the rise of Sumer in the 4th millennium BC, though the date it ends varies. The term covers the Bronze Age and the Iron Age in the region, until either the conquest by the Achaemenid Empire in the 6th century BC, that by the Macedonian Empire in the 4th century BC, or the Muslim conquests in the 7th century AD.
The ancient Near East is considered one of the cradles of civilization. It was here that intensive year-round agriculture was first practiced, leading to the rise of the first dense urban settlements and the development of many familiar institutions of civilization, such as social stratification, centralized government and empires, organized religion and organized warfare. It also saw the creation of the first writing system, the first alphabet (abjad), the first currency in history, and law codes, early advances that laid the foundations of astronomy and mathematics, and the invention of the wheel.
During the period, states became increasingly large, until the region became controlled by militaristic empires that had conquered a number of different cultures.
Welcome to our Overview series! This series will provide brief overviews of broad topics. It's meant for a general audience and can be used as a stepping stone to any of our other series. They are organized in playlists and sections on our Homepage so take a look!
1. CLICK HERE FOR THE REST OF OUR ANCIENT PERIOD OVERVIEWS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8dP4rHxzXs&list=PLaWQkkziGGfczwgFwgaM6SHbIIl8zhpdF
2. CHECK OUT CHAPTER 1 OF OUR MADE IN ANCIENT HISTORY SERIES:
Chapter 1 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaWQkkziGGfc7G_EHR49g-sDPjjANB7dX
3. Check out our HISTORY BY REGION playlist (Long Form Documentaries):
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaWQkkziGGfcm0zawwpoKVti5DCTsoTBH
4. Check out our STANDALONE video playlist (Short Form Documentaries):
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFn4wt14ytUbngBJp8SsWKQ/playlists?view=50&sort=dd&shelf_id=3
Please subscribe to Made In History for more videos! We are always trying to grow!
0:00 Intro
0:29 Sumerians (c.4500 - 1900 BCE)
1:33 Akkadian Empire (c.2334 - 2154 BCE)
2:15 Neo-Sumerian Empire (c.2112 - 2004 BCE)
2:48 Old Babylonian Empire (c.1894 - 1595 BCE)
3:40 Hittites (c.1650 - 1178 BCE)
4:28 Bronze Age Collapse (1200 - 1150 BCE)
5:16 Phoenicians (2500, but prominent from 900s BCE)
5:58 Assyrian Empires (2025 - 609 BCE)
7:16 Preview for series
All images used with CC license.
Music used:
- published: 28 Apr 2022
- views: 4800
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The Birth of Civilization and the Ancient Middle East | The Ancient World (Part 1 of 5)
This video goes through the Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Ages and beyond! It starts off with the Paleolithic and Neolithic, and shifts into the beginning of ...
This video goes through the Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Ages and beyond! It starts off with the Paleolithic and Neolithic, and shifts into the beginning of civilization in the Ancient Middle East. The main focuses are on Ancient Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, the Hittites, Phoenicians, and Hebrews, and the great empires that emerged from the Bronze Age Collapse, the Neo-Assyrian Empire, the Neo-Babylonian Empire, and the Persian Empire.
The Ancient World Series
Part 1: Stone Age and Ancient Near East: (this video)
Part 2: Ancient India: https://youtu.be/yyssSY93PZI
Part 3: Ancient China: https://youtu.be/Sfqfee6SuIs
Part 4: Ancient Greece: To be finished
Part 5: Ancient Rome: To be finished
Welcome to The Ancient World series! This series is meant to summarize broad topics in history and balances political history and events, with social/daily life, and culture. If you've watched our History of the World documentary, this series is a perfect next step. The videos are standalone, but presented in a chronological fashion. The series will be divided into 5 videos about the Ancient Period, which we call Phase 1. Upcoming videos in the current Phase will be placed at the end of these videos. Once these 5 videos are completed, we will move onto Phase 2, but this project will be considered completed, and compiled into ONE video containing all 5 parts.
THIS VIDEO IS FROM PHASE 1 OF OUR WORLD HISTORY SUMMARIZED SERIES
Phase 1 Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaWQkkziGGfdbwkFWU9CcfV5BU14HPGFX
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Check out the Sections on our Homepage for the 4 series we are working on:
https://www.youtube.com/c/MadeInHistory
1. Check out ALL phases of our WORLD HISTORY SUMMARIZED Series (Broad Overviews): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaWQkkziGGffqtkwepQY6-RM99JbvCVsT
2. Click here to see the entire MADE IN HISTORY SERIES (EVERY CHAPTER AND EPISODE IN ORDER): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bU1Aku_fZV4&list=PLaWQkkziGGfe4reyWpHxr8oPgKM_KrrKg
3. Check out every episode in our DEEP DIVES Series (In-depth documentaries about certain topics like Ancient Science, or Medieval Warfare): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaWQkkziGGfdKKHVhY6eBSQ8MLkJzlln0
4. Check out our HISTORY BY REGION (includes History of the World, Africa, and different countries): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lL8d11Ug9P4&list=PLaWQkkziGGfcBZLmLpYmbOyaz62XRx3LH
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Please subscribe to Made In History for more videos! We are always trying to grow!
0:00 Stone Ages (Paleolithic and Neolithic)
6:15 First Civilizations
7:33 Ancient Mesopotamia
15:55 Ancient Egypt
27:41 Indo-European and Semitic Peoples
35:32 Major Empires (Neo-Assyrian, Neo-Babylonian, and Persian)
All images used with CC license.
The following music was used for this media project:
Music: River Fire by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4294-river-fire
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com
The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Ancient Rite by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5739-ancient-rite
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com
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#ancienthistory
#ancientegypt
#prehistory
https://wn.com/The_Birth_Of_Civilization_And_The_Ancient_Middle_East_|_The_Ancient_World_(Part_1_Of_5)
This video goes through the Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Ages and beyond! It starts off with the Paleolithic and Neolithic, and shifts into the beginning of civilization in the Ancient Middle East. The main focuses are on Ancient Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, the Hittites, Phoenicians, and Hebrews, and the great empires that emerged from the Bronze Age Collapse, the Neo-Assyrian Empire, the Neo-Babylonian Empire, and the Persian Empire.
The Ancient World Series
Part 1: Stone Age and Ancient Near East: (this video)
Part 2: Ancient India: https://youtu.be/yyssSY93PZI
Part 3: Ancient China: https://youtu.be/Sfqfee6SuIs
Part 4: Ancient Greece: To be finished
Part 5: Ancient Rome: To be finished
Welcome to The Ancient World series! This series is meant to summarize broad topics in history and balances political history and events, with social/daily life, and culture. If you've watched our History of the World documentary, this series is a perfect next step. The videos are standalone, but presented in a chronological fashion. The series will be divided into 5 videos about the Ancient Period, which we call Phase 1. Upcoming videos in the current Phase will be placed at the end of these videos. Once these 5 videos are completed, we will move onto Phase 2, but this project will be considered completed, and compiled into ONE video containing all 5 parts.
THIS VIDEO IS FROM PHASE 1 OF OUR WORLD HISTORY SUMMARIZED SERIES
Phase 1 Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaWQkkziGGfdbwkFWU9CcfV5BU14HPGFX
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Check out the Sections on our Homepage for the 4 series we are working on:
https://www.youtube.com/c/MadeInHistory
1. Check out ALL phases of our WORLD HISTORY SUMMARIZED Series (Broad Overviews): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaWQkkziGGffqtkwepQY6-RM99JbvCVsT
2. Click here to see the entire MADE IN HISTORY SERIES (EVERY CHAPTER AND EPISODE IN ORDER): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bU1Aku_fZV4&list=PLaWQkkziGGfe4reyWpHxr8oPgKM_KrrKg
3. Check out every episode in our DEEP DIVES Series (In-depth documentaries about certain topics like Ancient Science, or Medieval Warfare): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaWQkkziGGfdKKHVhY6eBSQ8MLkJzlln0
4. Check out our HISTORY BY REGION (includes History of the World, Africa, and different countries): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lL8d11Ug9P4&list=PLaWQkkziGGfcBZLmLpYmbOyaz62XRx3LH
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Please subscribe to Made In History for more videos! We are always trying to grow!
0:00 Stone Ages (Paleolithic and Neolithic)
6:15 First Civilizations
7:33 Ancient Mesopotamia
15:55 Ancient Egypt
27:41 Indo-European and Semitic Peoples
35:32 Major Empires (Neo-Assyrian, Neo-Babylonian, and Persian)
All images used with CC license.
The following music was used for this media project:
Music: River Fire by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4294-river-fire
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com
The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Ancient Rite by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5739-ancient-rite
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com
#worldhistory
#ancienthistory
#ancientegypt
#prehistory
- published: 09 Aug 2022
- views: 132052
1:12:28
The Complete and Concise History of the Sumerians and Early Bronze Age Mesopotamia (7000-2000 BC)
This program covers the history of ancient Sumer and the Sumerians, from the first notable farming communities such as the Samarra, Halaf and the Ubaid that onc...
This program covers the history of ancient Sumer and the Sumerians, from the first notable farming communities such as the Samarra, Halaf and the Ubaid that once occupied their land to the magnificent cities, innovations, great kingdoms and empires that the region become known for, it's all here. If you want to get a good grasp of who the Sumerians were, this is the program for you!
Contents:
00:00 Introduction
03:21 Early Farming Communities (Samarra, Halaf, Ubaid)
08:12 Eridu
12:51 Uruk and the First Cities
17:46 Invention of Writing
21:30 First Kings
22:47 Early Dynastic Period
23:36 Sumerian Religion
26:32 Lagash and Umma
33:00 Ur
35:10 Nippur
35:47 Urukagina
39:02 Lugalzagesi
41:57 Sargon and Akkadian Rule of Sumer
50:55 Post-Akkadian Sumer and the Gutians
54:24 Gudea of Lagash
55:30 Utu-hegal
57:30 Third Dynasty of Ur (Ur III) / Neo-Sumerian Empire
01:06:14 Amorites, Elamites and the End of an Era
01:09:41 Aftermath and Legacy of Sumer
01:11:45 Thank you and Patrons
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https://youtu.be/O2hbP7PwuYU
The World's First Superpower: Sargon of Akkad and the Mighty Akkadian Empire - Bronze Age History
https://youtu.be/dfGDQfjADUE
Ancient Sumer and the Sumerians (Ancient Mesopotamia in Minutes)
https://youtu.be/hPSUlUrIDng
The Sumerian King List and the History of Ancient Mesopotamia
https://youtu.be/7u1-tAMrIgM
The Great Sumerian Rivalry: Lagash vs. Umma
https://youtu.be/7vJZ_cSSrcU
Important Cities of the Early Dynastic Period of Sumer
https://youtu.be/hRXLf0kbG0s
Sumerian Religion Simplified
https://youtu.be/Pa4szTWV9Bk
Sargon the Great and the Akkadian Empire
https://youtu.be/rMMciq5UfFI
Sources and Suggested Reading:
The Sumerians - Their History, Culture and Character - Samuel Noah Kramer
A Companion to the the Ancient Near East - Edited by Daniel Snell
The Sumerians - Paul Collins
History Begins at Sumer - Samuel Noah Kramer
The Sumerian World - Edited by Harriet Crawford
A History of the Ancient Near East: ca. 3000-323 BC, Third Edition - Marc Van De Mieroop
The Age of Agade: Inventing Empire in Ancient Mesopotamia - Benjamin R. Foster
The Ancient Near East: Historical Sources in Translation - Mark W. Chavalas
The Ancient Near East: History, Society and Economy - Mario Liverani
Ancient Iraq - Georges Roux
Early Antiquity - I. M. Diakonoff
The Oxford History of the Ancient Near East: Volume I - Edited by Karen Radner, Nadine Moeller and D. T. Potts
The Oxford History of the Ancient Near East: Volume II - Edited by Karen Radner, Nadine Moeller and D. T. Potts
A History of Babylon, 2200 BC - AD 75 - Paul-Alain Beaulieu
Weavers, Scribes, and Kings: A New History of the Ancient Near East - Amanda H. Podany
Sumer and the Sumerians - Harriet Crawford
Sumerian Mythology - Samuel Noah Kramer
Excavations at Ur - Sir Leonard Woolley
Uruk: The First City - Mario Liverani
Ur: City of the Moon God - Harriet Crawford
Gudea and his Dynasty (RIM The Royal Inscriptions of Mesopotamia) - Sibylle Edzard
Gilgamesh: A New English Version - Stephen Mitchell
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https://wn.com/The_Complete_And_Concise_History_Of_The_Sumerians_And_Early_Bronze_Age_Mesopotamia_(7000_2000_Bc)
This program covers the history of ancient Sumer and the Sumerians, from the first notable farming communities such as the Samarra, Halaf and the Ubaid that once occupied their land to the magnificent cities, innovations, great kingdoms and empires that the region become known for, it's all here. If you want to get a good grasp of who the Sumerians were, this is the program for you!
Contents:
00:00 Introduction
03:21 Early Farming Communities (Samarra, Halaf, Ubaid)
08:12 Eridu
12:51 Uruk and the First Cities
17:46 Invention of Writing
21:30 First Kings
22:47 Early Dynastic Period
23:36 Sumerian Religion
26:32 Lagash and Umma
33:00 Ur
35:10 Nippur
35:47 Urukagina
39:02 Lugalzagesi
41:57 Sargon and Akkadian Rule of Sumer
50:55 Post-Akkadian Sumer and the Gutians
54:24 Gudea of Lagash
55:30 Utu-hegal
57:30 Third Dynasty of Ur (Ur III) / Neo-Sumerian Empire
01:06:14 Amorites, Elamites and the End of an Era
01:09:41 Aftermath and Legacy of Sumer
01:11:45 Thank you and Patrons
Related Videos:
Babylon: The City at the Center of the World - The Concise History of Babylonia (2000-539 BC)
https://youtu.be/O2hbP7PwuYU
The World's First Superpower: Sargon of Akkad and the Mighty Akkadian Empire - Bronze Age History
https://youtu.be/dfGDQfjADUE
Ancient Sumer and the Sumerians (Ancient Mesopotamia in Minutes)
https://youtu.be/hPSUlUrIDng
The Sumerian King List and the History of Ancient Mesopotamia
https://youtu.be/7u1-tAMrIgM
The Great Sumerian Rivalry: Lagash vs. Umma
https://youtu.be/7vJZ_cSSrcU
Important Cities of the Early Dynastic Period of Sumer
https://youtu.be/hRXLf0kbG0s
Sumerian Religion Simplified
https://youtu.be/Pa4szTWV9Bk
Sargon the Great and the Akkadian Empire
https://youtu.be/rMMciq5UfFI
Sources and Suggested Reading:
The Sumerians - Their History, Culture and Character - Samuel Noah Kramer
A Companion to the the Ancient Near East - Edited by Daniel Snell
The Sumerians - Paul Collins
History Begins at Sumer - Samuel Noah Kramer
The Sumerian World - Edited by Harriet Crawford
A History of the Ancient Near East: ca. 3000-323 BC, Third Edition - Marc Van De Mieroop
The Age of Agade: Inventing Empire in Ancient Mesopotamia - Benjamin R. Foster
The Ancient Near East: Historical Sources in Translation - Mark W. Chavalas
The Ancient Near East: History, Society and Economy - Mario Liverani
Ancient Iraq - Georges Roux
Early Antiquity - I. M. Diakonoff
The Oxford History of the Ancient Near East: Volume I - Edited by Karen Radner, Nadine Moeller and D. T. Potts
The Oxford History of the Ancient Near East: Volume II - Edited by Karen Radner, Nadine Moeller and D. T. Potts
A History of Babylon, 2200 BC - AD 75 - Paul-Alain Beaulieu
Weavers, Scribes, and Kings: A New History of the Ancient Near East - Amanda H. Podany
Sumer and the Sumerians - Harriet Crawford
Sumerian Mythology - Samuel Noah Kramer
Excavations at Ur - Sir Leonard Woolley
Uruk: The First City - Mario Liverani
Ur: City of the Moon God - Harriet Crawford
Gudea and his Dynasty (RIM The Royal Inscriptions of Mesopotamia) - Sibylle Edzard
Gilgamesh: A New English Version - Stephen Mitchell
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- published: 04 Feb 2021
- views: 4316011
5:19
A Survey of the Early Ancient Near East
DW | Old Testament
3.1 - A Survey of the Early Ancient Near East
In our last series, we focused on the Ancient Near East with extreme detail, while providing m...
DW | Old Testament
3.1 - A Survey of the Early Ancient Near East
In our last series, we focused on the Ancient Near East with extreme detail, while providing maps, study guides, and transcripts. In this episode, we'll review the highlights while discussing how these events related to the Hebrews.
See the full episode:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DWOldTestament
Support this project at Patreon and gain access to the complete video series! You can also find maps, podcasts, episode outlines, and more!
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Follow DW World History on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook for updates and regular history posts.
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Narrative Sources for this Series: 📚📔📖
Boadt, L. (1984) Reading the Old Testament
Edersheim, A. (1886) Bible History of the Old Testament Anderson, B. (1957) Understanding the Old Testament
Kreeft, P. (2005) You Can Understand the Bible
Nelson, T. (1990) Every Catholic's Guide to the Sacred Scriptures Crane, F. (1926) The Lost Books of the Bible
Ginzberg, L. (1909) Legends of the Bible
Coogan, M. (1998) The Oxford History of the Biblical World Rogerson, J. (1999) Chronicle of the Old Testament Kings Keller, W. (1956) The Bible as History
Herzog, C. (1978) Battles of the Bible
Lewis, B. (2009) Battles of the Bible
Nelson, T. (1999) Who Was Who in the Bible
Wright, G. (1974) Great People of the Bible and How They Lived
#DWWorldHistory #oldtestament #worldhistory
https://wn.com/A_Survey_Of_The_Early_Ancient_Near_East
DW | Old Testament
3.1 - A Survey of the Early Ancient Near East
In our last series, we focused on the Ancient Near East with extreme detail, while providing maps, study guides, and transcripts. In this episode, we'll review the highlights while discussing how these events related to the Hebrews.
See the full episode:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DWOldTestament
Support this project at Patreon and gain access to the complete video series! You can also find maps, podcasts, episode outlines, and more!
👉 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/DWWorldHistory
See our other channels at:
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Our Podcast series is available on all major platforms:
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Follow DW World History on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook for updates and regular history posts.
👉 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DWWorldHistory
👉 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dwworldhistory
Narrative Sources for this Series: 📚📔📖
Boadt, L. (1984) Reading the Old Testament
Edersheim, A. (1886) Bible History of the Old Testament Anderson, B. (1957) Understanding the Old Testament
Kreeft, P. (2005) You Can Understand the Bible
Nelson, T. (1990) Every Catholic's Guide to the Sacred Scriptures Crane, F. (1926) The Lost Books of the Bible
Ginzberg, L. (1909) Legends of the Bible
Coogan, M. (1998) The Oxford History of the Biblical World Rogerson, J. (1999) Chronicle of the Old Testament Kings Keller, W. (1956) The Bible as History
Herzog, C. (1978) Battles of the Bible
Lewis, B. (2009) Battles of the Bible
Nelson, T. (1999) Who Was Who in the Bible
Wright, G. (1974) Great People of the Bible and How They Lived
#DWWorldHistory #oldtestament #worldhistory
- published: 12 Feb 2024
- views: 471
7:35
The Ancient Middle East: Every Year
The history of the Middle East, every year. This part covers the period 3500 BCE - 513 BCE. Later periods will be covered in subsequent videos.
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The history of the Middle East, every year. This part covers the period 3500 BCE - 513 BCE. Later periods will be covered in subsequent videos.
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* = The Sealand Dynasty never actually controlled the city of Babylon, but by convention it is always considered the Second Dynasty of Babylonia.
** = The Eighth Dynasty of Babylonia is a poorly understood period, and it's likely that multiple dynasties ruled during this time. However, due to lack of information, it is classed as one dynasty.
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The history of the Middle East, every year. This part covers the period 3500 BCE - 513 BCE. Later periods will be covered in subsequent videos.
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Music:
Jon Summer - Over the Dunes
Constellate - Silk Road Caravan
Bonnie Grace - The Norman Kings
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Notes:
* = The Sealand Dynasty never actually controlled the city of Babylon, but by convention it is always considered the Second Dynasty of Babylonia.
** = The Eighth Dynasty of Babylonia is a poorly understood period, and it's likely that multiple dynasties ruled during this time. However, due to lack of information, it is classed as one dynasty.
- published: 03 Aug 2020
- views: 414056
5:19
The Geography of the Ancient Near East
A popular perception of the Middle East is that the environment is a flat monotonous expanse. In reality, geological conditions, such as earthquakes and volcani...
A popular perception of the Middle East is that the environment is a flat monotonous expanse. In reality, geological conditions, such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, along with wind and water, have created a highly diverse area.
See the full episode:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DWAncientBabylon
Support this project at Patreon and gain access to the complete video series! You can also find maps, podcasts, episode outlines, and more!
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Our Podcast series is available on all major platforms:
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Narrative Sources for this Series:
Mieroop, M. (2007) A History of the Ancient Near East
Bauer, S. (2007) The History of the Ancient World - From the Earliest Accounts to the Fall of Rome
Gill, A. (2010) Gateway of the Gods: The Rise and Fall of Babylon
Oates, J. (1986) Babylon
Haywood, J. (2005) The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Civilizations
Kramer, S. (1963) The Sumerians
Kramer, S. (1956) History Begins at Sumer
Mieroop, M. (2004) King Hammurabi of Babylon: A Biography
Mcqueen, J.G. (1996) The Hittites
Bryce, T. (1999) The Kingdom of the Hittites
Sandars, N. (1985) The Sea Peoples
Harden, D. (1963) The Phoenicians
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Highlighted Artists from this series:
Rocío Espín Piñar
https://www.artstation.com/rocioespin
Joan Francesc Oliveras Pallerols
Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/jfoliveras
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jfoliveras
Facebook: https://es-es.facebook.com/JFoliveras
JR. Casals
https://www.behance.net/jrcasals
Jean-Claude Golvin
https://jeanclaudegolvin.com/
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#DWWorldHistory #ancientbabylon #worldhistory
https://wn.com/The_Geography_Of_The_Ancient_Near_East
A popular perception of the Middle East is that the environment is a flat monotonous expanse. In reality, geological conditions, such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, along with wind and water, have created a highly diverse area.
See the full episode:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DWAncientBabylon
Support this project at Patreon and gain access to the complete video series! You can also find maps, podcasts, episode outlines, and more!
👉 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/DWWorldHistory
See our other channels at:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/c/DWWorldHistory
Our Podcast series is available on all major platforms:
👉 Podcast: http://dwworldhistory.buzzsprout.com
Follow DW World History on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook for updates and regular history posts.
👉 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DWWorldHistory
👉 Twitter! - https://twitter.com/dwworldhistory
👉 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dwworldhistory
Narrative Sources for this Series:
Mieroop, M. (2007) A History of the Ancient Near East
Bauer, S. (2007) The History of the Ancient World - From the Earliest Accounts to the Fall of Rome
Gill, A. (2010) Gateway of the Gods: The Rise and Fall of Babylon
Oates, J. (1986) Babylon
Haywood, J. (2005) The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Civilizations
Kramer, S. (1963) The Sumerians
Kramer, S. (1956) History Begins at Sumer
Mieroop, M. (2004) King Hammurabi of Babylon: A Biography
Mcqueen, J.G. (1996) The Hittites
Bryce, T. (1999) The Kingdom of the Hittites
Sandars, N. (1985) The Sea Peoples
Harden, D. (1963) The Phoenicians
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Highlighted Artists from this series:
Rocío Espín Piñar
https://www.artstation.com/rocioespin
Joan Francesc Oliveras Pallerols
Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/jfoliveras
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jfoliveras
Facebook: https://es-es.facebook.com/JFoliveras
JR. Casals
https://www.behance.net/jrcasals
Jean-Claude Golvin
https://jeanclaudegolvin.com/
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#DWWorldHistory #ancientbabylon #worldhistory
- published: 01 Oct 2023
- views: 1070
7:12
John Walton: What is the Ancient Near East?
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Seedbed's mission is to gather, connect, and resource the people of God to sow for a great awakening. // Find out more and join the awakening journey! https://seedbed.com
What is the ancient Near East? Is it useful for understanding the Bible? Dr. John Walton explains that without knowing the ancient background to texts, we may be tempted to fill in the gaps with our own modern cultural notions rather than the ones the biblical text assumed.
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What is the ancient Near East? Is it useful for understanding the Bible? Dr. John Walton explains that without knowing the ancient background to texts, we may be tempted to fill in the gaps with our own modern cultural notions rather than the ones the biblical text assumed.
- published: 23 Apr 2014
- views: 25933
7:55
Lesson 1: The Ancient Near East: Historical and Cultural Introduction | Lecture 1
Lecture 1: Welcome!
Dr. Nili Samet - Bar-Ilan University
https://www.edx.org/course/bible-light-ancient-near-east-israelx-0109434x
Lecture 1: Welcome!
Dr. Nili Samet - Bar-Ilan University
https://www.edx.org/course/bible-light-ancient-near-east-israelx-0109434x
https://wn.com/Lesson_1_The_Ancient_Near_East_Historical_And_Cultural_Introduction_|_Lecture_1
Lecture 1: Welcome!
Dr. Nili Samet - Bar-Ilan University
https://www.edx.org/course/bible-light-ancient-near-east-israelx-0109434x
- published: 21 Nov 2017
- views: 12161
26:01
Deciphering Ancient Languages: How We Unraveled Sumerian, Babylonian, and Assyrian Scripts
The true story of the discovery of ancient Mesopotamian civilizations and the decipherment of these unknown languages. Hundreds of scientists, scholars, ambassa...
The true story of the discovery of ancient Mesopotamian civilizations and the decipherment of these unknown languages. Hundreds of scientists, scholars, ambassadors, travelers, spies... So many people contributed to the decipherment of these languages. Here is the story of their great efforts.
In this captivating journey through time, we explore the fascinating world of ancient languages and civilizations, with a special focus on the groundbreaking decipherment of cuneiform script, the writing system used by the ancient civilizations of Assyria, Babylon, and Sumer. Join us as we delve into the mysteries of these ancient societies, uncovering the secrets of their languages, cultures, and beliefs.
Cuneiform: The Script of the Ancient World
Cuneiform is one of the earliest known writing systems, developed by the Sumerians of ancient Mesopotamia around 3200 BCE. This intricate script was inscribed on clay tablets using a reed stylus, creating wedge-shaped impressions. The name "cuneiform" itself comes from the Latin word "cuneus," meaning "wedge." For centuries, these ancient texts remained a mystery, their meaning lost to time. It wasn't until the 19th century that scholars began to unlock the secrets of cuneiform, opening a window into the rich history and knowledge of the ancient Near East.
The Great Breakthroughs in Decipherment
The story of cuneiform's decipherment is a tale of perseverance and scholarly brilliance. Early attempts to understand the script were challenging, as it was used to write multiple languages, including Sumerian, Akkadian, Babylonian, and Assyrian. The breakthrough came with the discovery of the Behistun Inscription in modern-day Iran. This monumental trilingual inscription, created by the Persian king Darius the Great, featured the same text in Old Persian, Elamite, and Babylonian cuneiform. The British explorer Sir Henry Rawlinson played a pivotal role in deciphering the inscription, using his knowledge of Old Persian to decode the other languages.
Unveiling Ancient Civilizations
The decipherment of cuneiform has allowed historians and archaeologists to access a wealth of information about the ancient civilizations of Sumer, Babylon, and Assyria. These texts reveal details about their governance, religion, daily life, and scientific achievements. The Sumerians, for example, are credited with many "firsts" in human history, including the invention of the wheel, the development of the first cities, and the creation of a lunar calendar. The Babylonians are renowned for their advancements in mathematics and astronomy, as well as their legendary Hanging Gardens, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Ancient Knowledge and Wisdom
The texts written in cuneiform also provide insights into the ancient belief systems and magical practices of these civilizations. The Sumerians, Babylonians, and Assyrians all had rich traditions of myth, magic, and divination. They believed in a pantheon of gods and goddesses who controlled various aspects of the natural and supernatural world. Priests and scribes recorded prayers, incantations, and rituals designed to communicate with these deities and influence the forces of nature.
The Legacy of Ancient Languages
The study of cuneiform and other ancient languages is not just an academic pursuit; it is a key to understanding the roots of modern civilization. The achievements of the ancient Mesopotamians in law, literature, and science have had a profound impact on the development of human culture. The famous Code of Hammurabi, a Babylonian law code dating back to around 1754 BCE, is one of the earliest and most complete legal documents in history. It set the precedent for the idea of justice and the rule of law that continues to shape societies today.
Exploring the Depths of Ancient Mysteries
Our journey into the world of cuneiform and ancient Mesopotamia also touches on the mysteries and unanswered questions that still intrigue scholars and enthusiasts alike. From the enigmatic ziggurats of Sumer to the lost knowledge of ancient Babylonian astronomy, there is still much to discover. The ongoing study of cuneiform tablets continues to reveal new information, challenging our understanding and expanding our appreciation of these remarkable ancient cultures.
Join Us on This Epic Journey
Whether you're a history buff, a lover of ancient languages, or simply curious about the origins of civilization, this video offers a fascinating exploration of the ancient world. Discover how the languages of Assyria, Babylon, and Sumer were brought back to life through the decipherment of cuneiform, and learn about the enduring legacy of these early cultures. Join us as we uncover the secrets of ancient languages, ancient civilizations, and the timeless wisdom they left behind.
https://wn.com/Deciphering_Ancient_Languages_How_We_Unraveled_Sumerian,_Babylonian,_And_Assyrian_Scripts
The true story of the discovery of ancient Mesopotamian civilizations and the decipherment of these unknown languages. Hundreds of scientists, scholars, ambassadors, travelers, spies... So many people contributed to the decipherment of these languages. Here is the story of their great efforts.
In this captivating journey through time, we explore the fascinating world of ancient languages and civilizations, with a special focus on the groundbreaking decipherment of cuneiform script, the writing system used by the ancient civilizations of Assyria, Babylon, and Sumer. Join us as we delve into the mysteries of these ancient societies, uncovering the secrets of their languages, cultures, and beliefs.
Cuneiform: The Script of the Ancient World
Cuneiform is one of the earliest known writing systems, developed by the Sumerians of ancient Mesopotamia around 3200 BCE. This intricate script was inscribed on clay tablets using a reed stylus, creating wedge-shaped impressions. The name "cuneiform" itself comes from the Latin word "cuneus," meaning "wedge." For centuries, these ancient texts remained a mystery, their meaning lost to time. It wasn't until the 19th century that scholars began to unlock the secrets of cuneiform, opening a window into the rich history and knowledge of the ancient Near East.
The Great Breakthroughs in Decipherment
The story of cuneiform's decipherment is a tale of perseverance and scholarly brilliance. Early attempts to understand the script were challenging, as it was used to write multiple languages, including Sumerian, Akkadian, Babylonian, and Assyrian. The breakthrough came with the discovery of the Behistun Inscription in modern-day Iran. This monumental trilingual inscription, created by the Persian king Darius the Great, featured the same text in Old Persian, Elamite, and Babylonian cuneiform. The British explorer Sir Henry Rawlinson played a pivotal role in deciphering the inscription, using his knowledge of Old Persian to decode the other languages.
Unveiling Ancient Civilizations
The decipherment of cuneiform has allowed historians and archaeologists to access a wealth of information about the ancient civilizations of Sumer, Babylon, and Assyria. These texts reveal details about their governance, religion, daily life, and scientific achievements. The Sumerians, for example, are credited with many "firsts" in human history, including the invention of the wheel, the development of the first cities, and the creation of a lunar calendar. The Babylonians are renowned for their advancements in mathematics and astronomy, as well as their legendary Hanging Gardens, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Ancient Knowledge and Wisdom
The texts written in cuneiform also provide insights into the ancient belief systems and magical practices of these civilizations. The Sumerians, Babylonians, and Assyrians all had rich traditions of myth, magic, and divination. They believed in a pantheon of gods and goddesses who controlled various aspects of the natural and supernatural world. Priests and scribes recorded prayers, incantations, and rituals designed to communicate with these deities and influence the forces of nature.
The Legacy of Ancient Languages
The study of cuneiform and other ancient languages is not just an academic pursuit; it is a key to understanding the roots of modern civilization. The achievements of the ancient Mesopotamians in law, literature, and science have had a profound impact on the development of human culture. The famous Code of Hammurabi, a Babylonian law code dating back to around 1754 BCE, is one of the earliest and most complete legal documents in history. It set the precedent for the idea of justice and the rule of law that continues to shape societies today.
Exploring the Depths of Ancient Mysteries
Our journey into the world of cuneiform and ancient Mesopotamia also touches on the mysteries and unanswered questions that still intrigue scholars and enthusiasts alike. From the enigmatic ziggurats of Sumer to the lost knowledge of ancient Babylonian astronomy, there is still much to discover. The ongoing study of cuneiform tablets continues to reveal new information, challenging our understanding and expanding our appreciation of these remarkable ancient cultures.
Join Us on This Epic Journey
Whether you're a history buff, a lover of ancient languages, or simply curious about the origins of civilization, this video offers a fascinating exploration of the ancient world. Discover how the languages of Assyria, Babylon, and Sumer were brought back to life through the decipherment of cuneiform, and learn about the enduring legacy of these early cultures. Join us as we uncover the secrets of ancient languages, ancient civilizations, and the timeless wisdom they left behind.
- published: 04 Aug 2024
- views: 262
4:10
Ancient Mesopotamia 101 | National Geographic
Ancient Mesopotamia proved that fertile land and the knowledge to cultivate it was a fortuitous recipe for wealth and civilization. Learn how this "land between...
Ancient Mesopotamia proved that fertile land and the knowledge to cultivate it was a fortuitous recipe for wealth and civilization. Learn how this "land between two rivers" became the birthplace of the world's first cities, advancements in math and science, and the earliest evidence of literacy and a legal system.
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Ancient Mesopotamia proved that fertile land and the knowledge to cultivate it was a fortuitous recipe for wealth and civilization. Learn how this "land between two rivers" became the birthplace of the world's first cities, advancements in math and science, and the earliest evidence of literacy and a legal system.
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#NationalGeographic #Mesopotamia #Educational
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National Geographic
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- published: 04 Nov 2018
- views: 4349006