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Forgotten Wars - The Roman Invasion of Arabia (26 BC) DOCUMENTARY
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In this history documentary we explore one of the lesser known chapters of Roman history during the reign of Emperor Augustus. The event in question was the forgotten war of the Roman invasion of Arabia. This was brought about after Augustus had consolidated his rule and was looking for new ways to win gold and glory for the people. The campaigns into Germania had become tireso...
published: 04 May 2021
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Arabia Petraea - Landscapes of Saudi Arabia
Filmed in various locations in the North-Western part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Places shown: • The Nefud desert • Jabal Julayasan • Jabal Suwayqah • Jabal Nakhalah • Jabal Harb • Tuwarin • Tayyib Al Ism (Jibal Kuraibah) • Al-Shaq Canyon (Wadi Al Alas) • Hadiyah • Al-Ula - Mada'in Saleh •
published: 22 Feb 2020
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How Arabia Got Its Name
Arabia is a land with a unique and ancient history, hosting some of the very first human settlements anywhere in the world. This extensive history is reflected in the land's very name: ARABIA. Today we're diving into how this name came about and what it can teach us about this amazing place!
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published: 04 Feb 2019
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The Nabataeans who built Petra, and created the Nabataean Kingdom
The Nabataeans were an ancient Arab people who inhabited the territories of Jordan, southern Israel, the Sinai Peninsula, and the north-eastern Saudi Arabia. They established a kingdom in the 3rd century BC, that resisted until 106 AD, when it was conquered by the Roman Empire, who established there the province of Arabia Petraea. The capital of the Nabataean kingdom was Petra, a city famous today for its rock-cut architecture. The Nabataeans' main source of wealth was their monopoly on the rich caravan trade that ran from Yemen to the Mediterranean port city of Gaza. The first historically attested king of the Nabataeans was Aretas I around 168 BC. The Nabataean Kingdom reached its greatest extent during the reign of Aretas III.
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published: 13 Dec 2020
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How To Say Arabia Petraea
Learn how to say Arabia Petraea with EmmaSaying free pronunciation tutorials.
Definition and meaning can be found here:
https://www.google.com/search?q=define+Arabia Petraea
Improve your English pronunciation with our short tutorials. Explore vowel and consonant sounds while perfecting your accent. Elevate your speaking fluency starting today!
published: 14 Dec 2017
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Roman Empire Stop #1 - The Desert Frontier of Arabia Petraea!
The first stop on the Roman Empire Province tour - Provincia Arabia/Arabia Petraea!
From Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital, to the northern deserts of the Nabatean Cities and eventual Roman desert frontier. Saudi Arabia is really changing its image with the aim to boost its tourism industry, and you can see that very clearly, especially in Al-Ula.
This is not a conventional vlog, the real vlogging will come in Mesopotamia :)
published: 24 Mar 2024
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193 Year Old Book of Ancient Ruins in Arabia / Petraea
Book Title - Arabia Petraea Journey - Year 1830
Interested in checking this out for yourself? Curiosity is good for your health!
https://bibliotheque-numerique.inha.fr/idurl/1/16377
Created / Published
Paris - 1830
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published: 20 May 2023
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Discovery Channel Documentary on AlUla "Architects of Ancient Arabia" Narrator: Jeremy Irons.
Unlock the Ancient Wonders in AlUla
Narrated by award-winning actor Jeremy Irons
Come along with an international team of researchers as they unlock an ancient paradox in the desert oasis of AlUla.
Follow their journey – from legendary heritage sites such as AlUla Old Town to mysterious Mustatils – in the Discovery Channel Documentary Architects of Ancient Arabia.
published: 16 Apr 2021
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Arabia Petraea
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published: 28 Dec 2015
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮 /𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗮 - Full Video in Description #history #biblicalplace
https://youtu.be/PMwS37-f9Zc
The Ancient City of Petra is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Jordan and even all the Middle East! It's considered one of the "Seven Wonders of the World" and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See and tour this amazing site in this video.
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Location
1. Petra is located about fifty miles south of the Dead Sea and 170 miles southwest of modern Amman, Jordan. Located in the southwest of Jordan, near the town of Wadi Musa, the landscape surrounding Petra is stunning, with red, rocky mountains at the east of the Arabah Valley.
2. Anc...
published: 10 Apr 2024
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Forgotten Wars - The Roman Invasion of Arabia (26 BC) DOCUMENTARY
We explore Forgotten Wars - The Roman Invasion of Arabia. Get your SPECIAL OFFER for MagellanTV here: https://try.magellantv.com/invicta. It's an exclusive offe...
We explore Forgotten Wars - The Roman Invasion of Arabia. Get your SPECIAL OFFER for MagellanTV here: https://try.magellantv.com/invicta. It's an exclusive offer for our viewers! Start your free trial today. MagellanTV is a new kind of streaming service run by filmmakers with 3,000+ documentaries! Check out our personal recommendation and MagellanTV’s exclusive playlists: https://www.magellantv.com/explore/history.
In this history documentary we explore one of the lesser known chapters of Roman history during the reign of Emperor Augustus. The event in question was the forgotten war of the Roman invasion of Arabia. This was brought about after Augustus had consolidated his rule and was looking for new ways to win gold and glory for the people. The campaigns into Germania had become tiresome slogs with little material benefit. As such he turned to the newly minted province of Egypt and its lucrative eastern trade routes. Emperor Augustus ordered the prefect, Aelius Gallus to venture forth into the lands of ancient Arabia. The documentary follows the Roman Army as it prepares for the military campaign and eventually invades.
Stay tuned for more episodes on Rome's Forgotten Wars like our previous episode on the Great Illyrian Revolt. What other unknown wars should we cover next?
Bibliography and Suggested Reading:
"The Geography of Strabo - Book XVI, Chapter 4" by Strabo
"Arabia and the Arabs: From the Bronze Age to the Coming of Islam" by Robert G. Hoyland
Credits:
Research - Chris Das Neves
Writing - Chris Das Neves
Narration - Invicta
Artwork - Gabriel Cassata
Editing - Invicta
#Rome
#Military
#History
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We explore Forgotten Wars - The Roman Invasion of Arabia. Get your SPECIAL OFFER for MagellanTV here: https://try.magellantv.com/invicta. It's an exclusive offer for our viewers! Start your free trial today. MagellanTV is a new kind of streaming service run by filmmakers with 3,000+ documentaries! Check out our personal recommendation and MagellanTV’s exclusive playlists: https://www.magellantv.com/explore/history.
In this history documentary we explore one of the lesser known chapters of Roman history during the reign of Emperor Augustus. The event in question was the forgotten war of the Roman invasion of Arabia. This was brought about after Augustus had consolidated his rule and was looking for new ways to win gold and glory for the people. The campaigns into Germania had become tiresome slogs with little material benefit. As such he turned to the newly minted province of Egypt and its lucrative eastern trade routes. Emperor Augustus ordered the prefect, Aelius Gallus to venture forth into the lands of ancient Arabia. The documentary follows the Roman Army as it prepares for the military campaign and eventually invades.
Stay tuned for more episodes on Rome's Forgotten Wars like our previous episode on the Great Illyrian Revolt. What other unknown wars should we cover next?
Bibliography and Suggested Reading:
"The Geography of Strabo - Book XVI, Chapter 4" by Strabo
"Arabia and the Arabs: From the Bronze Age to the Coming of Islam" by Robert G. Hoyland
Credits:
Research - Chris Das Neves
Writing - Chris Das Neves
Narration - Invicta
Artwork - Gabriel Cassata
Editing - Invicta
#Rome
#Military
#History
- published: 04 May 2021
- views: 878416
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Arabia Petraea - Landscapes of Saudi Arabia
Filmed in various locations in the North-Western part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Places shown: • The Nefud desert • Jabal Julayasan • Jabal Suwayqah • Jaba...
Filmed in various locations in the North-Western part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Places shown: • The Nefud desert • Jabal Julayasan • Jabal Suwayqah • Jabal Nakhalah • Jabal Harb • Tuwarin • Tayyib Al Ism (Jibal Kuraibah) • Al-Shaq Canyon (Wadi Al Alas) • Hadiyah • Al-Ula - Mada'in Saleh •
https://wn.com/Arabia_Petraea_Landscapes_Of_Saudi_Arabia
Filmed in various locations in the North-Western part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Places shown: • The Nefud desert • Jabal Julayasan • Jabal Suwayqah • Jabal Nakhalah • Jabal Harb • Tuwarin • Tayyib Al Ism (Jibal Kuraibah) • Al-Shaq Canyon (Wadi Al Alas) • Hadiyah • Al-Ula - Mada'in Saleh •
- published: 22 Feb 2020
- views: 10905
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How Arabia Got Its Name
Arabia is a land with a unique and ancient history, hosting some of the very first human settlements anywhere in the world. This extensive history is reflected ...
Arabia is a land with a unique and ancient history, hosting some of the very first human settlements anywhere in the world. This extensive history is reflected in the land's very name: ARABIA. Today we're diving into how this name came about and what it can teach us about this amazing place!
Support me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/atlaspro
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Arabia is a land with a unique and ancient history, hosting some of the very first human settlements anywhere in the world. This extensive history is reflected in the land's very name: ARABIA. Today we're diving into how this name came about and what it can teach us about this amazing place!
Support me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/atlaspro
Follow me on twitter @theatlaspro
- published: 04 Feb 2019
- views: 888813
8:55
The Nabataeans who built Petra, and created the Nabataean Kingdom
The Nabataeans were an ancient Arab people who inhabited the territories of Jordan, southern Israel, the Sinai Peninsula, and the north-eastern Saudi Arabia. Th...
The Nabataeans were an ancient Arab people who inhabited the territories of Jordan, southern Israel, the Sinai Peninsula, and the north-eastern Saudi Arabia. They established a kingdom in the 3rd century BC, that resisted until 106 AD, when it was conquered by the Roman Empire, who established there the province of Arabia Petraea. The capital of the Nabataean kingdom was Petra, a city famous today for its rock-cut architecture. The Nabataeans' main source of wealth was their monopoly on the rich caravan trade that ran from Yemen to the Mediterranean port city of Gaza. The first historically attested king of the Nabataeans was Aretas I around 168 BC. The Nabataean Kingdom reached its greatest extent during the reign of Aretas III.
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Music: Desert Caravan, by Aaron Kenny, downloaded from YouTube Audio Library
Information Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nabataean_Kingdom
https://www.ancient.eu/Kingdom_of_Nabatea/
https://www.livius.org/articles/people/nabataeans/
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Nabataean-people
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Petra
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nabataeans
https://nabataea.net/explore/travel_and_trade/nabataean-trade-routes/
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The Nabataeans were an ancient Arab people who inhabited the territories of Jordan, southern Israel, the Sinai Peninsula, and the north-eastern Saudi Arabia. They established a kingdom in the 3rd century BC, that resisted until 106 AD, when it was conquered by the Roman Empire, who established there the province of Arabia Petraea. The capital of the Nabataean kingdom was Petra, a city famous today for its rock-cut architecture. The Nabataeans' main source of wealth was their monopoly on the rich caravan trade that ran from Yemen to the Mediterranean port city of Gaza. The first historically attested king of the Nabataeans was Aretas I around 168 BC. The Nabataean Kingdom reached its greatest extent during the reign of Aretas III.
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Voice & editing: Nicolae Bondar (myself)
Music: Desert Caravan, by Aaron Kenny, downloaded from YouTube Audio Library
Information Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nabataean_Kingdom
https://www.ancient.eu/Kingdom_of_Nabatea/
https://www.livius.org/articles/people/nabataeans/
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Nabataean-people
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Petra
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nabataeans
https://nabataea.net/explore/travel_and_trade/nabataean-trade-routes/
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- published: 13 Dec 2020
- views: 14322
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How To Say Arabia Petraea
Learn how to say Arabia Petraea with EmmaSaying free pronunciation tutorials.
Definition and meaning can be found here:
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Learn how to say Arabia Petraea with EmmaSaying free pronunciation tutorials.
Definition and meaning can be found here:
https://www.google.com/search?q=define+Arabia Petraea
Improve your English pronunciation with our short tutorials. Explore vowel and consonant sounds while perfecting your accent. Elevate your speaking fluency starting today!
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Learn how to say Arabia Petraea with EmmaSaying free pronunciation tutorials.
Definition and meaning can be found here:
https://www.google.com/search?q=define+Arabia Petraea
Improve your English pronunciation with our short tutorials. Explore vowel and consonant sounds while perfecting your accent. Elevate your speaking fluency starting today!
- published: 14 Dec 2017
- views: 283
4:38
Roman Empire Stop #1 - The Desert Frontier of Arabia Petraea!
The first stop on the Roman Empire Province tour - Provincia Arabia/Arabia Petraea!
From Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital, to the northern deserts of the Nabatea...
The first stop on the Roman Empire Province tour - Provincia Arabia/Arabia Petraea!
From Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital, to the northern deserts of the Nabatean Cities and eventual Roman desert frontier. Saudi Arabia is really changing its image with the aim to boost its tourism industry, and you can see that very clearly, especially in Al-Ula.
This is not a conventional vlog, the real vlogging will come in Mesopotamia :)
https://wn.com/Roman_Empire_Stop_1_The_Desert_Frontier_Of_Arabia_Petraea
The first stop on the Roman Empire Province tour - Provincia Arabia/Arabia Petraea!
From Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital, to the northern deserts of the Nabatean Cities and eventual Roman desert frontier. Saudi Arabia is really changing its image with the aim to boost its tourism industry, and you can see that very clearly, especially in Al-Ula.
This is not a conventional vlog, the real vlogging will come in Mesopotamia :)
- published: 24 Mar 2024
- views: 101
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193 Year Old Book of Ancient Ruins in Arabia / Petraea
Book Title - Arabia Petraea Journey - Year 1830
Interested in checking this out for yourself? Curiosity is good for your health!
https://bibliotheque-numerique....
Book Title - Arabia Petraea Journey - Year 1830
Interested in checking this out for yourself? Curiosity is good for your health!
https://bibliotheque-numerique.inha.fr/idurl/1/16377
Created / Published
Paris - 1830
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#arabia #history #books #library
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Book Title - Arabia Petraea Journey - Year 1830
Interested in checking this out for yourself? Curiosity is good for your health!
https://bibliotheque-numerique.inha.fr/idurl/1/16377
Created / Published
Paris - 1830
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#arabia #history #books #library
- published: 20 May 2023
- views: 269
44:35
Discovery Channel Documentary on AlUla "Architects of Ancient Arabia" Narrator: Jeremy Irons.
Unlock the Ancient Wonders in AlUla
Narrated by award-winning actor Jeremy Irons
Come along with an international team of researchers as they unlock an ancient...
Unlock the Ancient Wonders in AlUla
Narrated by award-winning actor Jeremy Irons
Come along with an international team of researchers as they unlock an ancient paradox in the desert oasis of AlUla.
Follow their journey – from legendary heritage sites such as AlUla Old Town to mysterious Mustatils – in the Discovery Channel Documentary Architects of Ancient Arabia.
https://wn.com/Discovery_Channel_Documentary_On_Alula_Architects_Of_Ancient_Arabia_Narrator_Jeremy_Irons.
Unlock the Ancient Wonders in AlUla
Narrated by award-winning actor Jeremy Irons
Come along with an international team of researchers as they unlock an ancient paradox in the desert oasis of AlUla.
Follow their journey – from legendary heritage sites such as AlUla Old Town to mysterious Mustatils – in the Discovery Channel Documentary Architects of Ancient Arabia.
- published: 16 Apr 2021
- views: 9801137
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Arabia Petraea
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- published: 28 Dec 2015
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮 /𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗮 - Full Video in Description #history #biblicalplace
https://youtu.be/PMwS37-f9Zc
The Ancient City of Petra is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Jordan and even all the Middle East! It's considered ...
https://youtu.be/PMwS37-f9Zc
The Ancient City of Petra is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Jordan and even all the Middle East! It's considered one of the "Seven Wonders of the World" and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See and tour this amazing site in this video.
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Location
1. Petra is located about fifty miles south of the Dead Sea and 170 miles southwest of modern Amman, Jordan. Located in the southwest of Jordan, near the town of Wadi Musa, the landscape surrounding Petra is stunning, with red, rocky mountains at the east of the Arabah Valley.
2. Ancient Petra’s main access is via a narrow crevice called the Siq, which winds for about a mile through mountainous terrain. The Siq provided an excellent natural defense for Petra’s inhabitants. Many moviegoers are familiar with the Siq and the Treasury Tomb of Petra, which were featured in the 1989 film "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade."
Historical Background
1. The name "Petra," which means "rock" in Greek, replaced the biblical name "Sela," which is Hebrew for "rock."
2. The first inhabitants of Petra were the descendants of Esau, called the Edomites. Esau moved to this area from the Negev region around 1900 BC, according to Genesis 36. Remains from early periods confirm that the Edomites occupied the area as well.
3. Around 400 BC, the Nabataeans, the descendants of Nebaioth, the firstborn of Ishmael, Abraham's firstborn son by Sarah's handmaid, Hagar, occupied Petra and made it the capital of their kingdom. The vast majority of what can be seen today was carved into the sheer rock face by the Nabataeans. They became extremely wealthy and turned the city into an important location on a trade route that linked China, India, and southern Arabia with Egypt, Syria, Greece, and Rome. Petra became so influential that it became the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom that stretched from Damascus to Petra and beyond.
4. The Nabateans, living and trading in Petra, soon accumulated significant wealth, and an envious Greek Empire attacked the city in 312 BC by Seleucid forces, who failed to seize the city. The Nabateans successfully fought back the Greek invaders by taking advantage of the city's mountainous terrain. The mountains effectively served as a natural wall, buttressing Petra. Under Nabataean rule, Petra prospered as a spice trade center that involved China, Egypt, Greece, and India. The city’s population swelled to around 30,000.
5. Because the Nabataean Kingdom was so prosperous, the Roman Empire set its sites on it. The Romans defeated the Nabataeans in 106 AD, and Petra became part of the Roman province of Arabia. It appears that around 200 AD, a flash flood caused catastrophic damage to the city, dealing it a major blow.
6. After the Roman Empire was divided in 330 AD, Petra was ruled by the Byzantine (eastern half of the Roman Empire) until Muslim occupation in the 7th century AD. In 363 AD, an earthquake destroyed many of its buildings, dealing Petra another blow. And again, in 551 AD, another earthquake struck, causing a significant population reduction. Christian churches and a large monastery were built here during the Byzantine period.
7. The Islamic invasion occurred in the 7th century, bringing Muslim reign to Petra.
8. Around 1100 AD, the Crusaders conquered the Muslims and built a fort and outpost at Petra. The Crusaders would occupy Petra until the latter part of the 12th century.
9. Due to changes in trade routes, earthquakes, and more, by the 14th century, Petra was completely lost to the West, and so it remained for around 400 years. Only a few nomads and locals inhabited the area.
10. Then, in 1812, a Swiss traveler, Johann Ludwig Burckhardt, persuaded his guide to take him to the site of the rumored lost city.
11. Excavations in 1993 revealed several more temples and monuments that provide insight into the ancient city's political, social, and religious traditions. In 1985, Petra was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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https://youtu.be/PMwS37-f9Zc
The Ancient City of Petra is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Jordan and even all the Middle East! It's considered one of the "Seven Wonders of the World" and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See and tour this amazing site in this video.
DONATE: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=6FD65NH6WZFBU
TOUR TRIPS TO ISRAEL BY TODD FINK: https://www.holylandsite.com/holy-land-trips-israel
BOOKS ABOUT ISRAEL BY TODD FINK: https://www.toddmichaelfink.com/books
Location
1. Petra is located about fifty miles south of the Dead Sea and 170 miles southwest of modern Amman, Jordan. Located in the southwest of Jordan, near the town of Wadi Musa, the landscape surrounding Petra is stunning, with red, rocky mountains at the east of the Arabah Valley.
2. Ancient Petra’s main access is via a narrow crevice called the Siq, which winds for about a mile through mountainous terrain. The Siq provided an excellent natural defense for Petra’s inhabitants. Many moviegoers are familiar with the Siq and the Treasury Tomb of Petra, which were featured in the 1989 film "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade."
Historical Background
1. The name "Petra," which means "rock" in Greek, replaced the biblical name "Sela," which is Hebrew for "rock."
2. The first inhabitants of Petra were the descendants of Esau, called the Edomites. Esau moved to this area from the Negev region around 1900 BC, according to Genesis 36. Remains from early periods confirm that the Edomites occupied the area as well.
3. Around 400 BC, the Nabataeans, the descendants of Nebaioth, the firstborn of Ishmael, Abraham's firstborn son by Sarah's handmaid, Hagar, occupied Petra and made it the capital of their kingdom. The vast majority of what can be seen today was carved into the sheer rock face by the Nabataeans. They became extremely wealthy and turned the city into an important location on a trade route that linked China, India, and southern Arabia with Egypt, Syria, Greece, and Rome. Petra became so influential that it became the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom that stretched from Damascus to Petra and beyond.
4. The Nabateans, living and trading in Petra, soon accumulated significant wealth, and an envious Greek Empire attacked the city in 312 BC by Seleucid forces, who failed to seize the city. The Nabateans successfully fought back the Greek invaders by taking advantage of the city's mountainous terrain. The mountains effectively served as a natural wall, buttressing Petra. Under Nabataean rule, Petra prospered as a spice trade center that involved China, Egypt, Greece, and India. The city’s population swelled to around 30,000.
5. Because the Nabataean Kingdom was so prosperous, the Roman Empire set its sites on it. The Romans defeated the Nabataeans in 106 AD, and Petra became part of the Roman province of Arabia. It appears that around 200 AD, a flash flood caused catastrophic damage to the city, dealing it a major blow.
6. After the Roman Empire was divided in 330 AD, Petra was ruled by the Byzantine (eastern half of the Roman Empire) until Muslim occupation in the 7th century AD. In 363 AD, an earthquake destroyed many of its buildings, dealing Petra another blow. And again, in 551 AD, another earthquake struck, causing a significant population reduction. Christian churches and a large monastery were built here during the Byzantine period.
7. The Islamic invasion occurred in the 7th century, bringing Muslim reign to Petra.
8. Around 1100 AD, the Crusaders conquered the Muslims and built a fort and outpost at Petra. The Crusaders would occupy Petra until the latter part of the 12th century.
9. Due to changes in trade routes, earthquakes, and more, by the 14th century, Petra was completely lost to the West, and so it remained for around 400 years. Only a few nomads and locals inhabited the area.
10. Then, in 1812, a Swiss traveler, Johann Ludwig Burckhardt, persuaded his guide to take him to the site of the rumored lost city.
11. Excavations in 1993 revealed several more temples and monuments that provide insight into the ancient city's political, social, and religious traditions. In 1985, Petra was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- published: 10 Apr 2024
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