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Archaeologists have recently revealed possible bodies in a long-forgotten Byzantine settlement, providing new insights The History of Christianity In the Middle East.
Musalam R. Al Rawane, an associate professor of archaeology at Muta University in Jordan, published his findings in the journal Gephyra in May.
Archaeologists believe he reveals the ancient location of Tarais led by the mysterious map of Madaba.
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Speaking to Fox News Digital, Al-Rawahneh said he had found a location near the Jordanian village of El Iraq in an area known as Ain Al-Qala’a.
The site was lost to ambiguity, but historians say that once shining settlements were placed “strategically” Trade Routes To the Dead Sea region in the southeast.
The Lost Byzantine city of Tarais in southern Jordan is believed to have been rediscovered by Jordanian archaeologists. (Musallam R. Al-Rawahneh)
On the site, Al-Rawahneh and his team Discovered artifacts From ceramic pieces and stoneware to remaining clumps of glass. He also discovered the fossils during excavation.
The area was filled with architectural ruins, including a Byzantine church. When asked what was the most interesting discovery on this site, Al Rawane was in charge of the Christian Church and Olive oil press.
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The church, which historians call the “basilica style,” held fragments of the mosaic floor typical of Byzantine Christian sites.
“[It] It reflects Byzantine designs that include the remaining possibilities of prominent entrances and decorative elements,” he said.
Archaeologists have discovered part of the church’s main entrance frame seen on the left and the remains in front of the church shown on the right. (Musallam R. Al-Rawahneh)
Archaeologists also discovered various inscriptions, but said that Al Rawane was associated with ancient funerals.
The inscription needs further research, but the professor says that “it could contain Christian images and references,” providing more insights Ancient religious practices.
Archaeologists have also discovered a variety of inscriptions.
So why did Tarais lead to being “lost”? Al-Rawahneh said the site was abandoned by seventh century advertising, based on archaeologists’ learning about their activities in the area.
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Experts pointed to changes in trade routes, earthquakes and environmental changes as possible reasons.
Al-Rawahneh also noted that the region moved from Byzantine to Islamic rule in the 7th century.
Al-Rawahneh said the olive oil press discovery seen above is one of the most interesting finds during excavation. (Musallam R. Al-Rawahneh)
He said further research is being conducted, including surveys of surrounding areas and additional analysis of discovered artifacts.
In the future, Al Rawane said he hopes future research will “enhance the understanding of thalais and its importance within the broader context of Jordan’s Byzantine archaeology.”
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The Byzantine Empire, also known as the Eastern Roman Empire, lasted from 330 AD until the 15th century.
The empire began to take shape in 330 AD.
This site may have been abandoned by the 7th century due to a variety of factors. (Musallam R. Al-Rawahneh)
Many fascinating discoveries from the Byzantine era still appear in Asia and the Middle East today.
In May, Israeli officials set aged 1,600 Byzantine era mosaic From the first public Christian monastery.
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In Syria, contractors have recently stumbled Byzantine Tomb Complex While cleaning the tiled rubber.
