7/30/09- The Corinthian War: The Early Years
In 395 BC, the initial fighting of the war consisted on early events between the Thebans and other cultures. According to Xenophon, the Thebans took out their frustrations of not being bold enough to challenge Sparta by choosing to 'pick on someone else.' So they stirred a war by involving an ally of Sparta.

7/29/09- A Hodgepodge of Ancient Trivia 2

7/29/09- A Hodgepodge of Ancient Trivia
The next time you clean the kitchen floor or reach for something to ease a pounding headache, take the time to thank the early inventors and tinkerers who made products like ammonia, aspirin, and scented oils a possibility. In this article, you will learn some of the ancient connections to popular, everyday items.

7/23/09- Ancient Greek Seers
In the past, great leaders and the general public didn’t call the psychic hotline to receive predictions on what lied ahead in their future. Instead, they relied on seers, who foretold the future or claimed to possess the power to cure the sick. In this article, you will learn a bit about two Greek seers, Alexander of Abonoteichus and Agias.

7/20/09- Headlines in Iron Age Discoveries: July 2009
Located under the Roman site of Calleva Atrebatum, evidence suggests that an Iron Age town was in the making – right in the southern part of England. It has taken archeologists from Berkshire 12 summers of excavation to have reached details of the past dating back to the 1st Century AD. Archeologists believe they have found signs of what they believe to be the makings of an Iron Age or one of the earliest Roman towns.

7/17/09- Uncovering Ancient Egypt's Military Past
As Egyptian archeologists started to uncover the remnants of an ancient fortress city hidden beneath the ground close to the Suez Canal, pieces of evidence linking ancient Egyptians to their military past started to emerge. In this article, we will explore what they found and what can we learn from this recent discovery.

7/8/09- Death Details of Ancient Characters
From intentional poisoning, being fed to lions to stoning to death, some of the methods of expiring in the past differ greatly from the common approaches of today. And while the average life expectancy of people living during the good ol ancient days wasn’t that old due to a lack of modern medicine, some ancient figures did manage to reach their 80s. In this article, you will learn interesting facts concerning well-known individuals that lived during ancient times.

6/23/09- The Connection Between Homer and Agnus Castus
During ancient times, agnus castus was well known and also has an interesting connection to a great literary figure who made a significant mark in the world of epic poetry. In this article, you will learn what agnus castus is and it's connection to a notable Roman.

6/16/09- Understanding Ascension by Understanding History
Original Sin actually does exist. There was indeed a banishment from Paradise. It was the intervention of an advanced race of beings who broke rank: 'the sons of god with the daughters of men.' Only it wasn't the humans who sinned...

6/11/09- April Birthdays: Astrological Myths 3
While we're biting our nails for the deadline of Tax Day, the ancient Egyptians knew this date as their time to celebrate a festival devoted to Bast – the goddess known to possess the head of a cat. In this article, you will also learn of the Festival of Water and the Furukawa Matsuri in Japan.

6/11/09- April Birthdays: Astrological Myths 2

6/10/09- April Birthdays: Astrological Myths 1
April birthdays are for people born under the sign of Aries and Taurus, but in the beginning of the month, it is the charismatic and lively ram that dominates. In this article, you will learn which day of the month is set aside for celebrating the return of Persephone from the underworld and what kind of offerings are made to the goddess of compassion and healing on April 5th.

6/10/09- March Birthdays: Astrological Myths 3
During the second part of March, the births of individuals belonging to the zodiac sign Aris (the ram) are celebrated. In this article, you will encounter astrological and mythological connections that involve the priest's Dance of Salii and the Festival of Joy.

6/9/09- March Birthdays : Astrological Myths 2

6/9/09- March Birthdays: Astrological Myths 1
Individuals born in March either belong to the zodiac sign of Pisces (which tend to be more artistic and creative than other members of the Sun sign) and Aries (whose symbol is the ram – full of spirited energy). In this article, you will learn some of the astrological-related myths, folklore, and history connected to birthdays celebrated during the early part of March.

6/5/09- February Birthdays: Astrological Myths 1
When it comes to February birthdays, the first half of the month is devoted to the zodiac sign of the water bearers, Aquarius. In this article, you will learn some of the astrological myths and ancient celebrations associated with February birthdays, including King Frost Day and paying homage to the Roman goddess of luck, fate, and fertility.

6/5/09- February Birthdays: Astrological Myths 2
In this article following the astrological myths and ancient celebrations of February birthdays, you will learn which day has an ancient connection to magic, as well as the purpose of paying homage to the Lady of the Beasts.

6/5/09- February Birthdays: Astrological Myths 3
The second half of February is devoted to individuals born under the zodiac sign of the Pisces. With these beings, they are believed to contain a little bit of every sign within the zodiac. In this article, you will learn about some of the ancient connections and mythological links associated with people born on certain days in the month of February.

5/31/09- Egyptian Goddesses: Ma'at and Nephthys
In this article, you will learn which Egyptian goddess was represented by the feather and played a role in deciding whether or not the deceased could travel to the afterlife. Another goddess discussed in this article is Nephthys, who helped her sister reassemble the body of their husband after he was murdered, cut up into pieces, and cast into the Nile River.

5/31/09- Egyptian Goddesses: Isis and Nekhebet

5/30/09- Important Egyptian Goddesses: Bastet and Hathor
Whether the ancient Egyptians prayed to their goddesses for increased fertility or hoped to seek justice, female deities associated with the culture were responsible for an array of concerns during ancient times. In this article, you are introduced to Bastet and Hathor– two of the most important goddesses in ancient Egypt with very different duties.

5/30/09- Cats in Ancient Egyptian Culture: The Sacred Cat Explosion

5/30/09- Cats in Ancient Egyptian Culture: Part of the Family
The next course of action for the ancient Egyptians was to bring the cat into their households. Felines eventually found their way into homes and decided to stick around. They allowed themselves to be tamed, overcoming a large step of permitting the presence of humans even when rearing their offspring. In this article, you are introduced to cats as part of the Egyptian family.

5/30/09- Importance of Domesticated Cats in Ancient Egyptian Culture

5/19/09- An Introduction to Ancient African Inventions

5/19/09- Examples of Ancient African Inventions

5/19/09- Ancient African Science and Mathematics
The earliest known evidence of this comes from a tally stick left behind in the Lebombo Cave. The stick had 29 notches carved out of it. One theory was that it was used to count the days from one full moon to the next full moon, but there is no way of knowing if it was used for that or for counting people or the number of baskets full of food. Overall, it is clear that the ancient Africans used marks as a way of recording their daily tasks.

5/18/09- The Role of a Woman in Ancient African Science and Medicine

5/15/09- Human Sacrifice: Children and Servants
From wanting to please the sun god to effectively preparing a leader for the afterlife, human sacrifice was a practice that many ancient civilizations either pondered or practiced at one point. In this article, we will continue to note some of the cultures that highlight a past in sacrificing the life of a child or a servant in order to receive something in return.

5/14/09- Examples of Human Sacrifice
When it comes to human sacrifice, those who follow the practice believe that they will receive something in return for their deed. They may seek assistance from a supernatural being or wish to further a greater end. In this article, you will learn of the cultures and religious practices that once relied on human sacrifice as a prominent belief.

5/14/09- Human Sacrifice: Ancient Rome and Celts
The deaths of sacrificed victims of this time ranged from being hung or hit in the back of the head. Some of the victims had their throat slit, while others were found with the noose still wrapped around their neck. However, what causes one to believe that Fissured Fred was sacrificed is that he was located in a 'special' place, where people were known to make offerings to the afterworld. In this article, we will explore other examples of human sacrifice during ancient times.

5/14/09- An Introduction to Human Sacrifice
When you think of the word 'sacrifice' in terms of ancient religious practices, one of the first images to come to mind is probably the offering of a slaughtered animal. From appeasing the gods to keeping evil spirits away, there are many different reasons that cultures have indulged in sacrificing for the greater good. However, in some cultures – the sacrificing goes beyond the simple chicken, cow, or other creature. In the past, humans were also used as sacrificial offerings.

5/3/09- Ancient Babylonia – A Medical Exploration

5/3/09- Ancient Babylonia – A Scientific Exploration

4/25/09- Ancient Beliefs of Vampires – Greek & Roman
Whether in ancient Greek or Roman myths, creatures with vampiric characteristics have found their way into folklore, legends, and the tales that have been passed down through the generations. In this article, you will learn a couple of instances concerning Roman and Greek interpretations of blood drinking and sucking the blood of victims.

4/25/09- Ancient Beliefs of Vampires – Egypt & India

4/25/09- Supernatural Beings with Vampire Connections in India
Around the world, indications of supernatural beings that drank blood or ate the flesh of others have existed for hundreds of years. What we now identify as the vampire went by an array of names since the term did not exist in earlier times. During ancient days, if an entity drank the blood or enjoyed similar activities, they were called a demon or spirit. The Devil was also associated with the same practices as the vampire. In this article, you will learn some of the demons associated with the Indian culture.

4/24/09- Archaeology in Gaza
Situated on a path that links North Africa to the land of the Levent – Gaza has been of historic importance for the last 3,500 years, as it served as a coveted location for many cultures. At first, the Egyptian pharaohs were interested in Gaza, but the site later proved significant to many other empires. For early settlers, to control the land of Gaza, great power followed. In this article, we will explore some of the archeological associations of this location.

4/21/09- Herbal Traditions of Ayurvedic Medicine: An Introduction
If you travel to India and its surrounding regions, you will find that Ayurvedic medicine is the dominant herbal tradition – possessing the honors as being one of the oldest systems of healing in the world. Even older than Chinese medicine, Ayrvedic medicine has taken advantage of natural methods of treating medical ailments, from the common cold to the high blood pressure.

4/21/09- Herbal Traditions of Ayurvedic Medicine: Early Uses and Texts
Originating in the Himalayas, deeply spiritual prophets were responsible for developing Ayurveda more than 5,000 years ago. During that time, the wisdom that they held was transferred from teacher to student until it was ultimately written down in Sanskrit poetry, better known as the Vedas. This article will present more information on the evolution of Indian herbal treatments, as well as list some of the herbs used in Ayurvedic healing.

4/17/09- An Introduction of Biblical Archeology: Persian Period and Beyond
With great leaders like Darius the Great and Xerxes the Great, the Persian Period was a time that evolved into a wave of prosperity that influenced many different countries. In this article, you will also learn a bit about the Hellenistic Period (from 332 to 63 BCE) and the Roman Period (from 63 BCE to 324 CE).

4/16/09- An Introduction of Biblical Archeology: Bronze Age and Beyond
Archeologists are often associated with digging the bones of ancient civilizations and million-year old dinosaurs, but what doesn’t often hit the headlines of mainstream reporting is the efforts of archeologists trained to study and explore Biblical archeology. In this article, we will learn about the time periods involved and some of the significant finds over the years.

4/13/09- Egyptian Headlines of April 2009
From ancient healing practices to the discovery of beautifully painted mummies in Egypt, news headlines associated with the ancient Egyptian culture have appeared in April of 2009. In this article, you will encounter more information on herbal wine and what was found in an ancient burial chamber located close to Cairo.

4/13/09- An Ancient Egypt Necropolis – Giza

4/8/09- Ancient Babylonia – The Social Side of Things
From the social hierarchy of ancient Babylonians to the way they viewed marriage, socializing amongst the people were broken up into three main classes and two basic units of family. In this article, you will learn a bit more about the social statuses and family structure of ancient Babylonia.

4/5/09- Early Chinese Religious Beliefs
The earliest period of Chinese culture that we know is traced back to the Shang Dynasty, which took place around 2000 BC. At that time, the people of China worshipped an assortment of gods that included weather gods and gods of the sky. There was also a higher power responsible for ruling over all the other gods. Shang-Ti – a deity known as the Supreme Being, whose name literally translates into "Lord Above", "Sovereign Above", or "Lord On High."

4/5/09- Ancient Eating Habits of the Chinese
Archeological evidence confirms that rice was the first grain that ancient farmers in China cultivated – right along the Yang-tse River as early as about 5000 BC. Just like we do today, the ancient Chinese boiled their rice in water or transformed it into wine. Since prehistory, rice wine was a popular feature of Chinese cuisine and eating habits. In this article, you will learn more about the ancient eating habits of the Chinese.

4/3/09- 7 Wonders of the Ancient World: Hanging Gardens & Lighthouse
During ancient times, earthquakes were pretty destructive, as this natural disaster is responsible for wiping out the three wonders of the ancient world described in this article. From hanging gardens to a tower dating back to the 3rd century, we can only imagine how impressive the following ancient landmarks were:

3/31/09- Ancient Babylonia – Literature & Poetry
With origins that trace back to the Sumerian culture of the 3rd millennium BC, the ancient civilization of Babylonia first exhibits literary advancements during what was known as the Old Babylonian Period. The first flashes of literature were seen in the work of Babylonian scribes, who spent their time translating Sumerian literature into their own language. This is why some Babylonian texts highlight Sumerian writing in the Akkadian language.

3/30/09- Signs of Stone Age Cannibalism in Germany
Germany has become a hot topic in the news because tens of thousands of ancient human remains have been found with identifying marks on bones that may suggest cannibalism in the region now known as Herxheim. In this article, you will learn more about this discovery.