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Human Ancestors and Sacred Stone Quarries

Exploring the Sacred Bond Between Humans and Stone and Elephants

Apr 15, 2024
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For eons, ancient human ancestors frequented specific stone quarries, leaving behind a legacy of stone tools and offerings. But why did they choose these particular sites? Professor Ran Barkai and his team from Tel Aviv University have uncovered1 the long-hidden secret behind this ancient practice.

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