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Hellenic polytheism, also known as the Ancient Greek religion or "Dodekatheon"-a term that comes from the number twelve, which in Greek is pronounced "dodeka"-has been extensively studied over the centuries as a vital part of the ancient Hellenic times. The Twelve Olympians, residing according to Hellenic mythology in Mount Olympus, encompassed human and divine characteristics that were portrayed in the popular stories of the times. Although Greeks did not have a term for religion back then in the sense of a dimension of existence distinct from all others, they believed that gods exercised authority of the fortunes of human beings and demanded recognition as a condition for salvation. One distinct...

I began to have an understanding how deception works and how mind conditioning techniques are utilized. The science of exotic psychology which has been used since the Sumerian rule in Babylon, the experts in this field. I did some experiments on myself, and it is very interesting. It plays with your mind and especially with your emotions, when triggers are successfully executed. I have this to say, don't let them screw with your mind. (Pardon my French) The study of the ancients has also led me to study the heavens according to how they see it. They seem to be very obsessed with the heavenly bodies, especially the planet Saturn. They are actually quite advance in astronomy as well as engineering. We...

The United States, it has been said, is a nation of immigrants. From the first peoples who may have migrated across the Bering Strait to the European settlers who first arrived in the 1500s, on down to the current influx of peoples from all over the world, North America has long been a bastion of natural resources, hope, and possibility. As the famous inscription on the Statue of Liberty reads, "Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free." The following is a brief history of immigration to this nation. The Colonial Period Very little is known about migration to North America prior to the appearance of the first European settlers, although many believe that the first...

The history of candles is a part of the history of fire. It is an understatement to say that the discovery of fire was a big development for early humans. First, food that was cooked could be digested more easily than when it was raw. Second, fire provided heat, which allowed humans to survive in colder climates. Third, historical candles - torches, really - provided light during the night, and enabled humans to explore and live in naturally dark caves. Now, the first fire seen by humans probably occurred as a result of a lightning strike in a forest. And the first fires constructed by man were most likely made from wood taken from a forest. A wood fire gives off heat and light. Making that portable...

Locks and keys were known long before the birth of Christ. They are mentioned frequently in the Old Testament and in mythology. In the Book of Nehemiah, chapter 3, it is stated that when repairing the old gates of the City of Jerusalem - probably in 445 B.C. - they "set up the doors thereof, and the locks thereof, and the bars thereof." They were large and crude in design; yet their principle of operation was the forerunner of the modern pin-tumbler locks of today. At this time, locks were made of wood. The oldest example of a mechanically lock was found among the ruins of the palace of Khorasabad in Niveveh. This lock has come to be known as an Egyptian door lock, because of it's widespread use in...

The history of the light bulb goes way back at the time when the chief sources of light were candles, gas lamps and lanterns that make use of oil. It was as early as 1809 when the foundation of the concept of light bulb was formulated. The history of light bulb is listed below in a brief yet concrete manner to truly explain the evolution of a mere idea to a common light bulb being use today. In 1809 and English chemist Sir Humphry Davy made the invention of the electric luminosity. It was a simple experiment, which constituted a battery connected by the aid of two wires with a charcoal strip at the wire ends. This in history was the first glowing lamp! This method was overshadowed in 1820 when a...

The 2 main software testing certification paths are the ISEB and ISTQB, and both have been around for quite some time - especially ISEB certifications. Although both are unique, they definitely have many similarities, so much so that these certification paths are likely to converge in the future. Previous articles have discussed the current state of these software testing certifications as well as the potential future direction of these accreditations. Now let us take a step back in time and discuss the history of the certifications. History of the ISEB The British Computing Society (BCS, also known as The Chartered Institute for IT) is the governing board for ISEB certifications, and was formed in...

The old dental implants were made from pieces of shell that were shaped like teeth. They were unearthed in Honduras in the 1930s by Dr. Wilson Popenoe, an archaeologist. Dental implants were also found among ancient Egyptian artifacts. Like the first one, the Egyptian implants were also made of shells and ivory. Before the advent of modern implants, dentures were the only recourse for those with missing teeth due to accidents or disease. One popular denture maker was Paul Revere, an American silversmith and patriot in the American Revolution. Before taking his midnight ride and telling us that the British were coming, Revere worked as a dentist and tried to make the perfect dentures. While dentures...

For many the history of our family is something which we hold deep in our hearts. For some we may be fortunate enough to be provided with a wide range of mementos from our family history such as photographs, heirlooms and family trees. However for others this may not be something which is possible to obtain. Across the world there are many families whom have their own coat of arms, but for various reasons no longer have something which has this emblazoned on as a family keepsake. It is for this reason that many families are looking to flag companies as a means to be provided with something which will not only identify their family via their own image but can also be something which can be kept for...

The first constructed settler's cabin goes all the way back to the early 1800's in the East Charlotte area of Vermont. American settlers, trappers and loggers all constructed these types of structures to use as temporary homes while on their journey across the frontier. The first of these homes that were constructed were made of beech and pine timbers and were hand hewn. There are even areas of the country where the history of these cabins dates around the 1750s! The structure of these cabins was not meant to last more than three winters. A settler's cabin was only designed to fit a pioneer's family through the winter, in between moving across the country to another area. It almost looked like the...

As we gaze upon the ruins of the Parthenon let us try to visualize it as it was in the time of Pericles, when it stood supreme, surrounded by other buildings, each an architectural masterpiece, for what we see today is but the empty shell of Athena's temple. It is more than a miracle that in a changing world it has withstood the ravages of time, fire, earthquakes, war, and religious fanaticism, and that its honey-colored marble, mellowed by almost two thousand five hundred years of Attic sun, still forms a tangible link with the past, bearing witness to the immortality of man's spirit. While the Parthenon was scrupulously respected by the Romans the intolerance of the Early Christians completely...

> Article about architect Edinburgh For years we are all fascinated on what Edinburgh, one of Scotland’s best tourist destinations has to offer, besides being a city of culture and tradition, one significant point to focus with is its architecture. The beauty and art of Edinburgh’s buildings can really capture one’s eye. Although known to be the capital of Scotland and being one of the most populous cities not only in Scotland but in the whole United Kingdom (Ranked 7th), Edinburgh boasts its fine buildings in which can capture ones imagination with its detailed architectural designs. With its entire great architects Edinburgh sure is in good hands with conserving old buildings and...

From ancient times, many men have tried to come up with the perfect solution or total cure for hair loss. Since the dawn of civilization, there have been herbal remedies that were used to help grow back hair. Ancient Egypt There was a certain cure which required a spell to be recited to the sun god and then this ritual was followed by swallowing a mixture of alabaster, onions, honey, red lead, and iron. Egyptians applied lettuce patches (from chopped lettuce leaves) to their bald spots. They have done this solely because lettuce was associated to the god of virility-Min. It has been believed that hair loss affects a man's virility; hence, they had to appease the god directly in control of that...

Individuals can read about the ancient vedic civilizations that were associated with the India and Hindu societies through many vedic books that are now available on the market today. These books will give individuals a much more in dept look at these marvelous civilizations of old. These ancient civilizations can be traced all the back to the very first millennium and classical forms of Hinduism have been found dating back to the six century. This period of time in India is known as the Vedic age, which consisted of the rise of Mahajanapadas who was succeeded by the age of Hinduism and the Sanskrit literature. Also included during the Vedic age was the Maurya Empire and the Middle Kingdoms of India...

The world around us has been shaped by the machinery that we have created. Imagine living in the world, before there were so many machines to help us create new buildings or even new homes. Excavating without the machinery we have today would be a nightmare. The pyramids were built without backhoes or cranes. Thousands and thousands of labourers toiled day in and day out creating one of the modern wonders of the world. They may not have had excavators or cranes, but they did use their own type of machinery. The ancient Egyptians were incredibly advanced, and believe it or not, they did have machinery that helped them perform tasks such as pyramid building. The machines they used to build the great...

English 'Romantic' painter, printmaker, and poet William Blake (1757-1827) was a radical visionary. He expressed his mystical views through paintings, engravings, and poetry. Blake was never inclined to represent the materialistic things around him. The concept of his work was driven by religious visions. Blake's unusual capability to capture and portray a theme from just his imagination shows his sheer brilliance as an artist. One of his most amazing paintings was a relief called "The Ancient of Days," created in 1794. This print of 23 cm x 17 cm (9" x 7") in size was made from a copperplate engraving. "The Ancient of Days" was actually a cover illustration for his book of poems 'Europe, a Prophecy...

Ancient Near East Art entwines an extensive chronological span with a huge geographical area, beginning from Turkey right up to the Indus Valley. The Ancient near East, Tigris-Euphrates River Valley, also known as the 'Fertile Crescent' or 'Mesopotamia (Land between the Rivers),' mothered several of these civilizations. The Sumerians, with their earliest written and recorded past, seem one of the earliest civilizations to rule this region. The Sumerians (4000BC) are recognized for devising several firsts, such as inventing the wagon wheel and the plough casting objects in copper & bronze. Excavations at Ur, Babylon, Uruk (Erech), Mari, Kish, and Lagash, reveal that the colossal, powerful and the...

How did the ancient Greek athletes get such perfect bodies without all the modern equipment we have today? The secret could be painted on a vase! The ancient Greek long jump is an exercise I started using after studying the ancient Olympic Games and other athletic events. Although the exercise is virtually extinct these days, there are still clues in the form of paintings and drawings on ancient vases. These illustrations make it clear that today's long jump is very different from the original Greek version. Originally, the athlete took no run up before the jump. In the ancient version, he dropped to a squatting position while swinging his arms back and down. He then launched forwards, swinging his...

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Chess is a game of substitute war, so you will win more chess games by taking advantage of the ancient wisdom distilled from the art of military strategies. This includes a collection of strategies compiled in China at least 1,500 years ago. These strategies are taught to school children all over China, Japan and probably much of the rest of Asia even today. If you think Chinese children learn the 36 Strategies as "classic literature" the same way American children must read Mark Twain . . . you are too foolish and naive to be allowed near a serious chess tournament. You also should never try to do business in Asia, but that's another article. You must first of all understand that the essence of...

Bonsai trees are examples of an ancient art form, begun in China and further developed in Japan. In 1829, a definitive book on the subject was published in Japan and the whole nation became more involved in this practice of shaping nature to an artistic ideal. After World War II, many in the western world became bonsai enthusiasts also. There are now clubs, magazines, newsletters, training video, and many bonsai supply stores to serve the millions who enjoy these miniature trees. Any tree or woody shrub can be used as a dwarf potted plant, but certain species are more suited to the purpose. Certain species are most easily adapted to the pruning of roots and branches necessary to restrain a mature...

The Ancient Mariner is the story of a real-life sea voyage pervaded by a supernatural atmosphere. There is an eeriness in the hypnotic eyes of the Mariner, the spectral ship with Death and nightmare Life-in Death as its crew dicing on the deck, the winds that sound but never come near, the Polar spirit, the angelic spirits entering the corpses of the mariners and activating them, and the Mariner's ship sinking mysteriously with a thundering sound coming from under the water. Terror is produced by Coleridge's ability to provide visual descriptions of striking vividness. The story with its supernatural trappings is obviously incredible, but within this framework there is the human reality. "God save...

Is it a coincidence that Oprah, Donald Trump, & Sir Richard Branson achieved such high levels of success? Some may say it's their charisma. Some may say its their luck and hard work that got them to the top. Others who know the power of energy say it's Feng Shui. But, what exactly is Feng Shui? What is Feng Shui? Simply put, Feng Shui (Pronounced Fung Shway) is an ancient art form that improves the flow of Chi (energy) to your environment. It simply shows you how to organize your physical surroundings to start accepting positive changes in your life. The placement of art, mirrors, and interior decorations in certain areas of your home can allow the energy to flow freely. Whether you are looking for...

Man had always used different ways to express his feelings and inner personality. This expression is pretty much visible in the way a person dresses and the things he or she wears. For instance, most people like wearing military t-shirts because they symbolize courage, bravery and strength. Although a military t-shirt is something of a generic nature, there are many personalized ways of showing off individuality and personality. One of the ways that have been around for ages is the art of tattooing. For a long time, it was believed that tattoos emerged from Egypt as mummies of several pharaohs indicated the marks of tattoos in several places. However, a 5300 year old mummy of Otzi the Iceman also...

Weighing scales were invented during the historical times. It is believed that the first weighing balance was used in the Mesopotamia Civilization in 4000 BC A weighing scale was the very basic need of any barter system in recent times. Few simple techniques evolved as units of measurement became popular. A weighing scale served the basic function of compare the masses of two objects or two different goods during the old ages. The first weighing scale was made of wood and it was actually a weighing balance. It consisted of two wooden containers to keep the goods in them and both these containers were connected to each other through a wire or iron rod. Now the goods were put in the containers and the...

Few flags spark such feelings of pride of heritage and history as the green, white and blue of the Italian flag.  The Amazing History of the Italian Flag The symbolism behind the Italian flag is altruistic, the green stands for hope, the white for faith, and red for charity.  These are all virtues of a truly "good" human being, and they are virtues that Italy proudly strives for. This flag first represented the Cisalpine Republic at Modena in 1797.  The Italian constitution was created by the Austrian "Hapsburgs," and based in large part on the French constitution.  By 1805, when Napoleon I took control over the kingdom of Northern Italy, the Tri-Color flag was what represented this domain...

History of the ThinkPad laptop begins in the year of 1992, starting with a range of computers that were sold and manufactured by IBM. The roots of the name come from a 1920s slogan from IBM. The slogan 'THINK!' was brought about by Thomas Watson and was included on many brown leatherette pocket-sized notebooks that were given to customers and employees. The name ThinkPad was suggested by Denny Wainwright, an IBM employee working for the company at the time. Whilst the name faced difficulties with the naming committee it stuck as a brand name after the press showed appreciation for it. The naming procedure for IBM computers was numerical. ThinkPads were released during October of 1992 with three...

Who is Invicta Watch Group? Meaning "invincible" in Latin, Invicta watches were actually made as early as 1837. Founder Raphael Picard wanted to bring people high quality Swiss watches at affordable prices. The company began its history in La Chaux-de-fonds, Switzerland - a land well-known for its watch making endeavors. Swiss watches have been highly coveted by many parts of the world, and Invicta watches picked up in popularity. The name was well known and well established for more than a century. In the history of Invicta watch, one thing has remained constant: Invicta watches are known for their quality and beautiful design. This is as true today as it was a century ago. Sadly, the "quartz...

Scotland has been permanently settled from the Mesolithic (hunter-gatherer stone age) period, and has a rich set of archaeological and historical monuments which can be visited today. While many monuments and sites are in government care or National Trust for Scotland care and so have car parking, information boards or even guides and tours (such as the major castles), other monuments, including standing stones and stone circles (from the Neolithic or Bronze age) and duns and hillforts (from the Bronze age and Iron age) may need a map to locate and a long walk to visit, and require visitors to do the exploration and interpretation themselves. This of course is part of the fun! While a visit to...

At the height of the Roman Empire's grandeur, the Circus Maximus drew over a quarter of a million Romans to its festivals, games, and religious ceremonies. The spectacle spared no expense in glorifying the wealth and might of the empire. It must have been exhausting just to watch the twelve races that began at the rise of the sun and ended with its setting. With no lull in the activities, spectators enjoyed boxing and wrestling matches wedged between the main events. To reach a crescendo of excitement, gladiators sometimes exhibited their skill and the crowd could cheer for the martyrdom of Christians. Nothing was ever done in a small way. Chariot races claimed to be the most breathtaking event of...

Education received attention during the later period of Roman Republic and the earlier period of Roman Empire. The practices followed in education were influenced by Greek methodology. Education for overall development of a child and emphasizing its importance was ensured. The first steps in education meant grooming children physically and mentally at home. People believed in adding virtues like being religious, responsible, obedient, modest, self- reliant and nurture intelligence. Both male and female children were taught to write and read. While girls were simultaneously introduced to cooking, spinning and weaving; the boys were taught farming, swimming, fencing, boxing, and about laws followed in...

Making money is an ancient art. Even before money was invented back in the 1500's when banking was invented, people traded in value. So money essentially is a numerical representation of value. Before banking was invented, money was owned and controlled by the monarch. The royal mint produced coin made of gold which was weighed and equal in value to the gold it was made of. However, over hundreds of years, the people realized that this gold can be filed and shaved off. Shaving a little from each gold coin before using it in a transaction allowed them to melt down the shavings and use it illegally. The monarchies of all countries failed to find a solution to this dilemma and this went on for hundreds...

Origami (pronounced o-re'-ga'-me) is a Japanese term meaning simply, "to fold paper". But it's far more complex than a simple paper folding exercise. Origami is the art of folding paper into beautiful and intricate artistic shapes. And in its purist form, these shapes are created without the use of scissors, tape or glue of any kind. The first evidence of the origami art dates back to second century (A.D.) China, and is now practiced worldwide by a popular following of students and masters alike. One of the truly amazing things about this ancient art form is that it survived for over 1,500 years without any written instruction. During this period the origami techniques and secrets were conveyed...

The blockbuster movie "2012" attempted to dutifully alert a targeted 170 million people, in case they too hadn't already heard of the impending Doomsday scenario predicted by the Mayans. Unfortunately, the movie grossly misrepresented the message of this ancient prophecy by associating it with cataclysmic world-ending events rather than the themes of transformation and Spiritual Awakening the prophecy actually proclaims. Many people believe with great apprehension that 2012 marks the completion of this Age's Cycle. However, rather than something to be fearful of, we should perceive that the 2012 prophecy is alerting us to open our eyes to the Mayan's true message. These times on Earth are...

The very old village of Ghehi, situated in the Jolgeh district in Isfahan province is no ordinary village. Ancient structures like the water storage tank with its 5 meters high wind catchers still standing intact to this day. The village's old local bathhouse and a millennium old Mosque dating back to Ghaznavid period are a must see to anyone who visits this village. Ghehi offers extraordinary tours and safaris including a birds hunting adventure near a place called Shaakh Kennar marsh and the very exciting tour of exploring inside a half dozen of ancient qanats of central Iran. Qanat exploration is particularly exciting. As we nowadays know, qanats are truly symbols of Iranian architecture and a...

Schizophrenia is a type of mental disorder in which a person suffers from distorted perception of real life and very often losing touch with reality. Originating from the Geek word: schizo (split) and phrene (mind), it is a mental disorder with a long history. Schizophrenia in 2000B.C. The history of Schizophrenia dated back to around 2000 B.C., when little was known about mental disorders. It was believed that the person who is suffering from mental disturbances has been invaded by an evil spirit and the only way to cure the disorder is by driving out the evil spirit. In those times, there were many types of exorcism method. One was to made patients listen to music in order to drive the evil spirit...

Augsburg Cathedral in Augsburg, Bavaria is recognized as having the oldest stained glass windows in the world dating back to the 12th century. This old Romanesque church is located about 40 miles North of Munich in the southern central part of Germany. If we think about stained glass windows even for a moment, our first thought is what we see in a church. Stained glass as first used in cathedrals, was thought to signify Light, as the first act of God's creation, and was recognized as the purest manifestation of God's presence, as the stained glass windows only came to life when illuminated by the light. To medieval theologians, the vibrant holy images depicted in the windows were therefore brought...

If you are in the market for an electric stair lift, either because of the injury, or because of your realization that it is just getting so difficult to get up and down the flight of stairs in your lovely home, then you are reading the right report. When you are done reading, you will be better able to making your selection of an electric chair stair lift. Yes you thought about getting a stair lift before. You even got yourself a nice colored brochure. But where is this brochure? Oh, you forgot it upstairs in the bedroom! Oh no. You have to climb those stairs again! At your age, with your condition, this is not only tiring, it is down right dangerous. You really need that chair stair lift! On a...

Rye is an annual plant, related to wheat and barley and ranging between yellow-brown to grey-green. Rye is the main ingredient in pumpernickel bread. The gluten it contains is less elastic that the one in wheat, which makes rye bread denser and more compact. When it comes to its appearance, rye is also similar to wheat: the stem is thin, straight and concave and it has small and long leaves. When the plant reaches its maturity, it forms a compact spike which has long, narrow ad brown seeds. This is an imposing plant, which grows very well in the cold plain areas and even in the regions which are up to one hundred metres high. This plant probably grew wild among the barley and wheat cultures in the...

What is Pepper Spray? Though the modern use of pepper spray as we know it today has only been around for the past 25 years, it has been used as a self-defense deterrent since ancient times.  The active ingredient in pepper spray is oleoresin capsicum, usually abbreviated as OC and commonly referred to as OC spray.  It is non-lethal, severely irritates the eyes, causing pain, tear production, and occasional temporary blindness. Use in Ancient Times The use of pepper as a self-defense actually dates back to hundreds of years ago.  The Indians and the Chinese have noted that the chili pepper can actually leave a person incapacitated.  The Chinese used this for defense by wrapping ground chili and...

Although it is now one of the largest corporations in the world, the Walt Disney Company started as a small animation studio in the garage of Walt and Roy Disney's grandfather. This tiny venture was founded on October 16, 1923 - and in 2006, Walt Disney's company had grown to revenues of $34.3 billion. The first project the Disney brothers worked on was a series entitled Alice's Wonderland, and in 1925, Walt Disney convinced his brother to rename the studio to Walt Disney Studios.  After several smaller successes and failures, the first Mickey Mouse cartoons Plane Crazy and Steamboat Willie were released to audiences in 1928. As it was the first cartoon with sound to achieve popularity, Walt Disney...

Want a quick and easy meal?  Get out the hibachi and grill some burgers and brats.  But did you know Hibachi grills have a long and interesting history that has nothing to do with grilling?  Hibachi grills are easy, durable and have been used in several different ways. Hibachis originated centuries ago and were used for heating the homes of the wealthy in China and Japan. It wasn't until hundreds of years later that the heating unit was used to cook food.  Hibachis were placed in homes and filled with wood and other materials and kept lighted to keep the homes warmed.  These heaters were not made of metal but from cypress wood lined with clay which is a type of dirt. They looked like large...

The period with which we're going to deal is that of the Empire, which came about in 27 B.C.E. Prior to that, during the Republic, every man between the ages of 17 and 45 was expected to serve in the army for the defense of Rome, when necessary. He had to supply himself with all his own weapons and armour, but with the coming of the Empire, all this ceased. The Roman soldier became a salaried professional, and the training of a Roman soldier became a very serious business. The historian, Peter Heather tells us that; "The training was like the Marines, only much nastier!" A Roman legion was divided into 10 cohorts, (battalions), 30 maniples, (companies), and 60 centuries, (platoons). A legion was...

Influenced by nature the early Indian mind, though not much educated and well trained, was a linear and single mind, glimpses of which are reflected in his simple geometric forms and shapes. He was so feared, insecure and dependent on nature that all his blissful expressions were dedicated to it. Religion, scriptures and traditions were the only knowledge forms that ignited his mind. His joyous expressions were as simple as the joy itself. Usage of triangles, circles, flower like shapes, mental imitation of god or virtuous forms were the main units of his expressions. The mind which was more disciplined and routin because of their prosperous daily choir preferred geometric shapes. In the root of all...

Do you want to make your skin more radiant? Do you dream of luminous skin but aren't sure how to proceed? There are several options available to you, which can be very confusing. The good news is that if you want a natural way to achieve the skin of your dreams, we have an ancient Asian secret that may be able to help you. First, we're going to go over some of the other things you can do to help your skin with varying degrees of success - and risk. Modern Methods for Skin Lightener From surgery to harsh chemicals that may actually harm your skin, the modern methods of skin lightening may work, but they come with side effects that you may not want to deal with. Pharmaceutical companies have products...

Solon was an Athenian poet and lawgiver who is credited with bringing a certain amount of stability to Athens during the late 7th century BC (c.630-600BC).  Athens during the later years of the 7th century BC suffered much instability.  Kylon was a great Athenian Olympic victor who believed he had the potential to become the new tyrant of Athens.  There was a power vacuum left by the end of Athenian monarchy and the rise of powerful aristocratic families such as the Alkmaeonids.  Kylon and a number of his followers tried to take Athens, but failed.  Kylon then sat in the acropolis boundary (the sacred area of Athens)  and made himself a supplicant to the gods.  By doing this, Kylon was...

In Japanese history lies a fascinating tradition, having to do with young ladies and the deep sea. Along the coasts of Japan, a highly prized mollusk lives deep down on the rocks. It is called the awabi (abalone, or sea-ear). It lives 40 feet down or deeper, and can only be harvested by divers going down and prying them off with a heavy knife. The job of diving down to get these treasures has always been women's work. Called ama, the skill of deep diving was passed down from a mother to her daughter for generations. The Japanese believed that a woman could better handle the prolonged cold temperatures of the deep than a man. It is said that in former days, along the coasts of Japan, one could...

The 1986 two brothers from Kibbutz Ginosar discovered the Galilee Boat when a severe drought resulted in the lowering of the waters of the Sea of Galilee (Hebrew: Yam Kinneret). The vessel had been buried in, and thus protected by, the seabed's sediments. The Antiquities Authority, assisted by many volunteers, rescued the boat in a remarkable eleven-day excavation. Excavators packaged the weak and waterlogged hull in a cocoon of fiberglass and polyurethane foam, and then successfully floated it to the nearby Yigal Allon Centre, where it underwent an extensive carefully monitored eleven-year-long conservation process in a specially-built pool. To conserve it, the boat was submerged in a solution of...

<!-- @page { margin: 2cm } P { margin-bottom: 0.21cm } --> The umbrella was invented in China. It appeared for the first time in China 3500 years ago. There are several popular legends about the invention of this famous accessory, including the most sent out, concerning Luban. According to the text "Eclats de Jade", the umbrella was invented by the wife of Luban, Yun, who was both very attentive and anxious for her husband who worked hard all the day. According to the folklore, it always rained when Yun brought Luban his daily meal. Therefore Luban built shelters on the way of his wife in order to keep her dry. Then inspired by children who used leafs of lotus to protect them against the rain...