Prologue Journal

Understanding current events through the lenses of the past and future.

Monumental 2000-year-old Roman stoa unearthed in Amasra, Turkey

Jerusalem Post The head researcher says its magnificence rivals that of famous ancient Mediterranean cities https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-830503

Spanish authorities seize anchor used by 19th century sunk British war ship HMS Serpent

Jerusalem Post The anchor was being used for decoration in a house in Muxía, according to Spanish media reports. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-830499

Egyptian-German team uncovers complete Ptolemaic temple pylon in Sohag

Jerusalem Post The archaeologists found inscriptions depicting a Ptolemaic king receiving offerings from the lion-headed goddess Rabit and her child, the deity Koulentis. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-830498

Shabbat candle-lighting times for Israel and the US

Jerusalem Post See Shabbat times for your area. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/jewish-holidays/article-830286

Earliest inscription of Jesus as God now on display in Washington D.C.

Jerusalem Post Inscriptions include a dedication by Akeptous, indicating women’s significant roles in the early church. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-830110

Rabbi Pinto explains: How to live a balanced and peaceful life

Jerusalem Post “And Abraham came to mourn for Sarah and to weep for her.” Words of Torah from the Admor Rabbi Yeshayahu Pinto, Parashat Chayei Sarah. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-830127

Scientists discover hallucinogens in 2,200-year-old Egyptian Bes mug

Jerusalem Post Analysis reveals psychotropic substances and human bodily fluids used in ancient rituals. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-830108

Oldest known alphabetic writing found on clay cylinders in Syria

Jerusalem Post The findings suggest that the development of writing was more geographically diverse and occurred earlier than previously believed. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-830097

Jewels of wisdom: Rivkah’s gift of sensitivity

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-829955

The victory against antisemitism: The conference of European Rabbis convenes in Munich

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-829954