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The cave paintings of Europe were long thought to have been simply art, or perhaps to teach the young about nature. However, some archaeologists now say that the positioning of each painting in relation to others and to the sun at the time of the winter solstice, is strong evidence that they were used as part of religious rituals 30,000 years old. If such sophisticated religious symbolism existed 30,000 years ago, it ought to be assumed that religious beliefs are much older.
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What is the oldest instrument known to humankind?
The oldest known musical instrument is a flute made from bird bone and mammoth ivory, dating back over 40,000 years.
What is widely considered to be oldest sport known to humankind?
Track and Field
What is widely considered to be the oldest sport known to humankind?
Track and Field
Why is a religion old as humankind?
Because: 1. God created human beings. 2. The only creatures that are known to practice religion are human.
Why is olduvai gorge sometimes reffered to as the cradle of humankind?
Olduvai Gorge is known as the cradle of humankind because it has provided some of the oldest evidence of human evolution, including hominid fossils and stone tools. The gorge's archaeological sites have helped scientists understand the early stages of human evolution and behavior.
Was the Bible the first religious book ever created?
Number one - The bible is not a religious book. Religious is a practice or an act not a thing. Doctrine is that thing which one can religiously adhere to and practice. What is now referred to as "The Bible" contains some of the oldest writings known to man. Initially those writings would have occurred on animal skins which were kept rolled up (scrolls). Later scribes of the Church would copy the scrolls and the letters of the apostles onto a book which you now refer to as "the bible" There were and still are, other doctrines however I am not aware of a documented doctrine which predates any of the biblical texts.
What is the name of the oldest family business owned in the world?
The oldest family owned business known in the world is the Kongo Gumi in Osaka, Japan. Their business is primarily revolving around the construction of famous buildings and religious temples.
What is the oldest writing known is?
the earliest or oldest known system of writing is Cuneiform.
Is Tanzania one of the oldest countries known?
Tanzania is one of the oldest known counties
What is the Worlds oldest vegetable?
The oldest known vegetable is the pea.
The religious group many pilgrims belonged to?
The religious group that many pilgrims belonged to were known as the Separatists, also referred to as the Pilgrims. They were dissenters from the Church of England and believed in separating from the established church to practice their own form of religious worship.
In what hemisphere will you find the oldest known mummies?
In which hemispheres will you find the oldest known mummies: Northern or Southern?
