In early March, being on a family walk near Beyt Shemesh in Tel Aziatsa, a three-year-old Ziv Nitzan from Moshaw Rawot made an unusual, albeit accidental opening that would carry her and her family back for thousands of years. When ZIV walked on, seemingly ordinary trail, she leaned back to pick up what seemed another stone. But after tearing the sand, it discovered something much more significant, ancient amulet Skarab, dated about 3800 years.
“It was just another walk, nothing of the usual,” Sister Ziva Omer Nitzian reminded. “But when ZIV raised a stone, we realized that something else. It doesn’t look like any stone we saw before.” Family immediately warned Israeli organ of antiquities (IAA), who confirmed that he found an artifact of great historical value. Skarab, a symbol of spiritual and social significance in the ancient world, will continue at a special exhibition in the national campus Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein in Israeli archeology, as well as with other rare subjects from Egypt and Hananana – many of which have never been publicly reflected.
For Nitzan’s family, this was a moment of unexpected story. The archaeologist of the region of the region Judas Samon Gendler praised them for operational actions and even rewarded a small Ziva certificate for his contribution to the preservation of history. But for experts such as Daphne Ben-Tor, the authority on ancient amulets and cats, Skarab represented something much deeper than a simple relic; It was a window into the intertwined cultures of Egypt and Hanaan.
“Skarabas were incredibly important in the Middle Bronze Age,” Ben-Tor explained. “They were often used as cats and amulets and were found in graves, houses and public buildings. Their symbolism went beyond simple decoration, they conveyed religious beliefs, social status and personal identity.” The crook, similar to the purulent beetle, was considered in ancient Egypt as a symbol of creation, renewal and divine. It is believed that this is an idea of the creator God and had a powerful protective quality. Despite the fact that it comes from Egypt, Skarabas eventually spread throughout the ancient world, becoming significant symbols that overcame different cultures.
This particular scarab was discovered at the foot of Tel -Lakes, a site that is famous for its archaeological wealth. Known for its historical significance, Tel -azak gave evidence of numerous civilizations, including the remains from the Kingdom of Judakhit. Excavations also found structures dating from the biblical period, and the site is known to be related to the battle between David and Goliath, as it was told in Samuel’s book. The opening of the ziva ZIV adds another layer of growing collections of Egyptians and Hanaanites found in this place, enhancing deep cultural ties between the two ancient civilizations.
Professor Oded Lipshitz, Director of the University of Tel -Awiva in Tel -azetsi, emphasized the importance of opening Skarab. “The artifact additionally supports the opinion that Egypt’s influence on Canaan was deep on average and late bronze age,” he said. “This is a testimony to the joint history and interaction between the two powerful ancient cultures.”
Israel’s heritage Minister Amich Eliach was amazed at how such an important artifact was revealed by the child. “This cortex is not only a connection with ancient civilizations, but also reminds that history is within reach for everyone, even the youngest among us.”
Skarab, along with other Egyptian artifacts, will be presented at a special exhibition of Easter, which demonstrates deep rooted cultural ties between Egypt and Israel. This unique exhibition will allow the society to evaluate ancient seals, ceremonial courts, statues and other subjects that emphasize the invariable influence of Egypt on the Earth of Israel.
Amulets: ancient symbols of faith and fashion
The opening of Zeb ZIV reminds us that while amulets have always had deep spiritual and religious importance, they also played a crucial role in modeling personal identity and status. Throughout the history, amulets were not only protective mascots, but also fashion accessories, proudly wore the elite to signal their faith, wealth and culture.
In ancient Egypt, Skarab was one of the most iconic characters. Cut of precious stones and metals, rocks were often wore as decorations, making them both spiritual and fashionable accessories. Their symbolism, which represents the creation, revival and divine defense – made them highly valued by the Egyptians, who believed that they could lead to happiness and deprive evil. These amulets were often worn in the form of suspension, rings or cats, which served not only as symbols of devotion but also as social status markers.
As the ancient Egyptian culture spreads, and the scales. The Hanaans, the Greeks and the Romans accepted the beetle -shaped amulet, including it in their own rites and jewelry collections. In many cultures, amulets wore as much for their aesthetic attractiveness as their protective qualities. In fact, many people would wore these spells in visible places, around the neck, wrists or even as hair accessories – guarantee that they were visible to others.
Today, the tradition of amulets continues, and modern jewelry designers often draw inspiration in these ancient symbols. In particular, Skarab made it into modern collections, proving that even in the world of high fashion combination of spirituality and style is as eternal as ever. Be as a guarantee of misfortune or statement, amulets remain a beautiful fusion of tradition, faith and fashion, overcoming the past and present.
