Latin

At least 120 Roman-era inscriptions, worship to unknown goddess identified inside Spanish cave

“Preliminary results indicate that Cova Dones was a cave-sanctuary frequented by women, since several female names appear among the inscriptions documented so far,” explained the team.

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM
Members of the research team during the documentation and analysis work, September 4, 2026.
Heerlen curse tablet with an ancient Greek invocation of deities and demons in the Egyptian style, July 10, 2026.

Ancient tablet found at Roman fort in Netherlands bears Greek curse against enemies

The lead curse tablet found in the Netherlands was discovered by a team of Dutch archaeologists in a pit beneath the town hall square of the Roman military settlement of Coriovallum.

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM
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The new trend: Ancient coin pendants are back in fashion and we have a crush

Pandora’s new collection features coin pendants with Latin inscriptions. The trend is catching on fast. Find out what makes it special, how to wear it, and where to buy. Prices start at NIS 119.

|BySHOVAL AZOR/MAARIV ONLINE
Mystery stone head found under Rome's Via Latina may depict Roman deity.

Mystery stone head found under Rome's Via Latina may depict Roman deity

The head, possibly depicting Jupiter, Apollo, Serapis, or a philosopher, was found reused in the Basilica of Santo Stefano.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

A 2,000-year-old wooden tablet reveals the oldest Latin text written by a woman

A glimpse into Roman life: The oldest Latin text by a Woman unveiled.

JANUARY 2, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
archaeologists excavating ancient structures at the Roman Fortress and Settlement along Hadrian's Wall.