#StoneAge

[whencyclopedia]

Homo rudolfensis is an early human species that lived in East Africa between c. 2.5 and 1.8 million years ago. It is known from a handful of skull, jaw and teeth fragments that remind alternatingly of Homo or of Australopithecus and that piece together to reveal a relatively large-brained, flat-faced species with robust teeth capable of chewing through tough plants. The associated dates mean that Homo rudolfensis was around at a time that saw the emergence of our genus of Homo – a time still very much shrouded in mystery as the fossil remains are scarce, and thus, successfully building jigsaw puzzles with said remains is very difficult. This is reflected in debates that rage regarding the relationship between Homo rudolfensis and its close contemporary, Homo habilis, and the fact that some scientists favour lumping both into one species instead. It is moreover unclear whether Rudolfensis and Habilis have indeed reached their proper place within Homo, or whether they might fit better within Australopithecus instead.

[nymla]

A weirdo moose-ship rockcarving mug! Quite inspired by the stoneage petroglyphs at Nämforsen (Sweden). This one is sold but I'm working on some new petro-mugs now actually. If you want to be notified of my shop updates, here's a link to my email list :)

[planet-gay-comic]

From the Winter Solstice to New Year's Celebration: A Journey Through Time

Introduction: The winter solstice marks not only the shortest day of the year but also one of humanity's oldest traditions. Deeply rooted in the Neolithic era, this astronomical phenomenon has been a central event in our ancestors' calendars for thousands of years. But how has this ancient festival evolved over millennia into our modern holidays like Christmas and New Year's?

Origins in the Neolithic Era: During the time when people became settled and the first agricultural societies emerged, the winter solstice played a crucial role. Understanding the path of the sun and the changing seasons was essential for planting and harvesting crops. Monumental stone temples, such as Göbekli Tepe, served not only as spiritual centers but also as early calendars, allowing early agrarian societies to measure time and plan their agricultural activities. Besides Göbekli Tepe, there are other ancient sites worldwide that could have served as calendrical or astronomical observatories. Some examples include Stonehenge in England and the ancient stone circles in Nabta Playa, Egypt. These sites often contain alignments and markings pointing to significant solstices, equinoxes, or other astronomical events.

Beer and Wheat as Drivers of Civilization: Interestingly, it was the increasing demand for beer and wheat that led to the first organized division of labor and, ultimately, the emergence of the first cities. The winter solstice was not only a time of gratitude for the past harvest but also a reason to celebrate. Brewing and sharing beer became a social event that strengthened the community and fostered cultural exchange.

The Changing Millennia: With the rise of different high cultures and religions, customs surrounding the winter solstice transformed. The Romans celebrated the Saturnalia, a festival in honor of the god Saturn, with gifts and feasts. Later in history, Christianity adopted many of these pagan customs and symbolically placed the birth of Jesus near December 25, close to the solstice.

From Solstice to New Year's Eve: The transition to the modern New Year's Eve celebration, as we know it, has its roots in Julius Caesar's Roman calendar reform. The start of the new year was fixed on January 1, a day dedicated to Janus, the god of doors and gateways symbolizing new beginnings. This day was marked with anticipation of a happy new year and celebrations that continue to this day.

Conclusion: The winter solstice and New Year's festivities mirror human history, shaped by astronomical cycles, agricultural achievements, and the relentless human quest for community and meaning. While today we welcome the new year with fireworks and festive gatherings, we are still connected to the traditions of our ancestors who came together on the longest nights of the year to celebrate light, life, and hope for a fruitful future.

Closing Words: May this New Year's Eve be a moment for all of us to appreciate the deep history we share and to look into the coming year with hope and joy. Happy New Year!

[isramagicalarcticvixen]

[valtoybob]

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[simmearly]

Dawn Of Man scratches a very particular simulation / strategy / city builder itch. I am having loads of fun guiding my tribe of prehistoric humans through the ages.

Currently on sale (50%) on steam, and worth it!

[mowgliproductions]

Exploring Ancient History Discovering the 100,000-Year-Old Java People S...

[whencyclopedia]

Woolly Mammoth

The woolly mammoth, Mammuthus primigenius, is an extinct herbivore related to elephants who trudged across the steppe-tundras of Eurasia and North America from around 300,000 years ago until their numbers seriously dropped from around 11,000 years ago. A few last stragglers survived into the Holocene on island refuges off the coast of Siberia and Alaska. One of these - Wrangel Island - harboured the last known group of mammoths until around 3,700 years ago.

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[sliceoflife90]

Prehistory

Introduction: Prehistory is a period that spans the long timeframe from the appearance of humans on Earth, approximately 4.5 million years ago, to the revolutionary invention of writing around 5000 years ago. This moment marks the transition from prehistory to documented history.

Content: The first artifacts created by humanity date back to just under 2 million years ago, marking the beginning of the Stone Age, one of the main phases of Prehistory. This extended era can be divided into several distinct phases:

Paleolithic (1,800,000 – 10,000 B.C.): During this period, our hunter-gatherer ancestors developed essential survival skills, such as crafting tools from stone, wood, and bone. Their rock art and nomadic lifestyle characterize this phase.

Mesolithic (8,000 – 6,000 B.C.): This phase marked a step towards sedentism and the transition to more advanced agricultural and harvesting societies. Humans began refining their skills in stone processing and hunting, while fishing became an important food source.

Neolithic (6,000 – 4,000 B.C.): During this phase, agriculture and animal domestication became fundamental practices, leading to stable communities and settlement in villages. The production of pottery and the use of metal tools began to emerge, contributing to increasing social complexity.

Metal Ages (4,000 – 500 B.C.): This phase marks the transition from prehistory to recorded history, as human communities began using metals such as copper, bronze, and finally iron for the manufacturing of weapons, tools, and ornaments. This period is characterized by significant technological developments and the growth of early civilizations.

Conclusion: Prehistory is a fascinating chapter in human history, where the evolution of human skills, adaptation to the environment, and the formation of early cultures offer us a window into our ancient past before the era of writing.

[isramagicalarcticvixen]

[starryknight-dragonarts]

One of the oldest recovered pieces of human art and confirmed oldest statue discovered in human history is this statue of a Lion Man carved out of Ivory from the early Stone Age; Carbon dated to be approximately 35,000 and 41,000 years old.  I don’t know what to tell you, Humans have been Furries as long as they have been Humans.

When did furries first begin?

wasn't the devil's fursona a goat in the bible

[jerrylmitchell]

Everyone has their own idea of what some prophecy should look like. The problem is we don’t always recognize it earn we see it.

[teatoast-n-tarot]

Pond for ducking witches. Witch Wood. Next time your mind turns to moptops and the Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey, maybe you’ll remember that one of the most infamous incidents in American history, and a #global religion with as many as eight-hundred thousand #adherents (according to www.adherents.com) were also #birthed upon the banks of that river. So much of our modern concept of witchcraft has its #roots buried deep here in the #Mersey mud. Gerald Gardner was born on the 13th June 1884 in a small northern town called “Blundellsands” Liverpool, England. Born of Scottish descent into a well-to-do family. His grandfather is reputed to have married a witch, and he claims others of his distant family had #psychic gifts. Gardner believed himself to be a descendant of #GrissellGairdner who was burned as a witch at #Newburgh in 1610. Of his ancestors, several became Mayor’s of Liverpool, and one “Alan Gardner” a naval commander, was later made a Peer of the Land. #wiccaman #witchcraft #blundellsands #mediaeval #stoneage #folklore #mythology #olivegreene #jennygreene #jinnygreenteeth #goddess #aleistercrowley #leila #laylah #esoteric #esotericknowledge #scire #yebok #oldmaps #oldworld #oldreligion #athenaeum (at Liverpool) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpcjQO3MA4V/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[whencyclopedia]

Paleolithic Art

The first non-functional human-made objects that could be clearly classified as art date back to the Upper Paleolithic (c. 50,000 to c. 12,000 years ago) in Europe. Although Upper Paleolithic art is mostly associated with rock art, besides the famous cave paintings of France and Spain, the art of the Late Stone Age also includes carefully carved animal figurines, Venus figurines, perforated beads and shells, decorated tools, flutes, and other portable objects. This gallery features 15 images of the world's oldest artworks.

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