It is such a comfort, and a pleasure, to know that there ARE places in the internet that are just pleasant, friendly, relaxed and funny - as well as the deep subject matter, of course…
I always enjoy both of your insights into various archaeology sites and subjects... I've learned so much from you, your films and originally your book! Which, I might add, has lead me on many explorations around the world! I'm sorry to have missed your live Q&A today...life has a way of thwarting even the best of our plans! Watching the recording this evening has made me wish I could've put my 2 cents worth in live...but I'm compelled to say: 1: I agree with you, that it's really annoying that everyone want to call megalithic sites "temples" with "ritual" activities... 2. more annoying still is that EVERYTHING must be compared or in some way equated with Stonehenge! SHEESH! 3. NOTHING in the United States has anything what-so-ever to do with Stonehenge. FULL STOP! Yes, Vikings come to the far north of the continent way before Columbus - in Nova Scotia, Canada...probably following the ice floes...BUT Colonialism
apparently my comment was too long... BUT Colonialism in the US would have us believe that the indigenous peoples were incapable of creating/inventing or doing anything for themselves and that only after Europeans arrived was anything actually created! Obviously, this has been entirely debunked, but apparently some of the followers of this site, still don't accept modern discoveries! 4. I really appreciate Rupert mentioning the abolishment of Columbus Day in the US! As it should be...and has been in several states... Indigenous Peoples' Day arose as an alternative to Columbus Day, which Native Americans protested for honoring a man who had enabled their colonization and forced assimilation. One of the earliest celebrations of the holiday took place on October 10, 1992, in Berkeley, California. btw, did i mention I'm from California? lol keep up the good work gents, Barbara
last addendum 5. chat comments go so far off the topic at hand, what's that about? Mentioning so many subjects and ideas that have nothing to do with the question or discussion...do they want their own following and "side discussion"...are they trolls? or are they sociopaths? lol
@@stevorobo7455 oh, i"m calm laddie....I'd just like it if folks participating were to focus around the reason they ever joined the site in the first place? is that unreasonable???
I’m really impressed with Cucuteni being so modern even before Sumerian cuneiform writing. It shortens the gap somewhat between modernity and Gobekli Tepe. And I’m surprised on the surface society/way of life does not look that different between before writing and after the invention of writing. The Sumerians do not look any more advanced than the “uncivilized” hinterlands.
I pray to God to give you a lot of beautiful days and you know God loves us so much and you speak with so much wisdom.I hope you don’t mind if we get to know each other?
I pray to God to give you a lot of beautiful days and you know God loves us so much and you speak with so much wisdom.I hope you don’t mind if we get to know each other?
@Rupert, with the greatest respect for you, and I really love what you're both doing so much, I have to contend one point you often make:- the orientation of Christian churches could well be to do with Psalm 113. 3 " From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.". Maybe it has more significance than a lot of people, especially those raised in the 'High Church', or the Catholic faith realise. As someone who was forced to study the scriptures, and also the context in Aramaic and Greek, and the culture of the times, I think it could have a great significance.
Hi Ruth, thank you very much for this message. I have even had conversations with vicars who have clearly not remembered that verse. In many ways it's a relief to know that the scriptures at least hold a reference to the sun's passage through the heavens. You are quite literally, the first and only person to send me this information or make this observation, in over fifteen years and thousands of messages and comments. All best, Rupert
Oh my gosh I missed this and you spoke about my two favorite subjects. Horses and the transition from neo to copper age. The wild horse ride was probably a rite of passage before they were domesticated for milk and meat. Was it people from Britton doing the mining or a foreign merchant company?
Horse back riding is evident 4500bc in the pontif step and 2000 years later in England. One thing people seem to forget or gloss over here is the horse was bred to a good riding after human intervention, probably even in hunting practice before they were domesticated, the horse that was present in other places were probably ill suited for riding
Never thought about it before, even seeing it in the flesh but, coming from a vet, I would say its more like the Uffington Whitehound than the Uffington White moggie... I have just read an article in the Guardian and the national trust warden for the area says there are coins with similarly styled horse and chariots on coins - (assuming they weren't being driven around by greyhounds) do you know to what coins he is referring?
It's so hard for me to imagine Stone Age Europeans crossing the Atlantic. I would guess those megalithic structures were built by natives if they weren't built by early European settlers. It's apparently not just New England, either. My dad got a house on a mountaintop in north Georgia,and right in his front yard was what looked for all the world like a dolmen.He said they told him it was certified native American when he bought the property, whatever that means.
The conundrum of moving huge stone pieces was probably solved by the cultures of the day herding teams of domesticated mammoths and i'm sure; other megafauna etc - not unlike how elephants, horses and cattle are still used today in some parts of the world.
It is such a comfort, and a pleasure, to know that there ARE places in the internet that are just pleasant, friendly, relaxed and funny - as well as the deep subject matter, of course…
Awesome video Gentlemen. If an Artic fox that was radio collared in Norway can get to North America I would think people can also. Be safe Gentlemen.
Thanks for answering my question and giving me a shout out, it is much appreciated, Martin.
Good question Martin. I can’t comment on my phone during the live Q&A’s
@@jenniferharrison4319 Beer helps coat the throat and the hops provide anti bacterial protection, and this comment has to do with archaeology>
this was a comment in today's chat...
Oh you groovy guys. Great hanging out with you for an evening.
I always enjoy both of your insights into various archaeology sites and subjects...
I've learned so much from you, your films and originally your book! Which, I might add, has lead me on many explorations around the world!
I'm sorry to have missed your live Q&A today...life has a way of thwarting even the best of our plans!
Watching the recording this evening has made me wish I could've put my 2 cents worth in live...but I'm compelled to say:
1: I agree with you, that it's really annoying that everyone want to call megalithic sites "temples" with "ritual" activities...
2. more annoying still is that EVERYTHING must be compared or in some way equated with Stonehenge! SHEESH!
3. NOTHING in the United States has anything what-so-ever to do with Stonehenge. FULL STOP! Yes, Vikings come to the far north of the continent way before Columbus - in Nova Scotia, Canada...probably following the ice floes...BUT Colonialism
apparently my comment was too long...
BUT Colonialism in the US would have us believe that the indigenous peoples were incapable of creating/inventing or doing anything for themselves and that only after Europeans arrived was anything actually created!
Obviously, this has been entirely debunked, but apparently some of the followers of this site, still don't accept modern discoveries!
4. I really appreciate Rupert mentioning the abolishment of Columbus Day in the US! As it should be...and has been in several states...
Indigenous Peoples' Day arose as an alternative to Columbus Day, which Native Americans protested for honoring a man who had enabled their colonization and forced assimilation. One of the earliest celebrations of the holiday took place on October 10, 1992, in Berkeley, California.
btw, did i mention I'm from California? lol
keep up the good work gents,
Barbara
last addendum
5. chat comments go so far off the topic at hand, what's that about? Mentioning so many subjects and ideas that have nothing to do with the question or discussion...do they want their own following and "side discussion"...are they trolls? or are they sociopaths? lol
@@barbaraaddleman3334 calm yersel Barbs 🧘
@@stevorobo7455 oh, i"m calm laddie....I'd just like it if folks participating were to focus around the reason they ever joined the site in the first place? is that unreasonable???
Yes you are right
Got half way through your programme. Greetings fro Nigeria.
I’m really impressed with Cucuteni being so modern even before Sumerian cuneiform writing. It shortens the gap somewhat between modernity and Gobekli Tepe. And I’m surprised on the surface society/way of life does not look that different between before writing and after the invention of writing. The Sumerians do not look any more advanced than the “uncivilized” hinterlands.
An excellent programme as ever. Thank you gentlemen. 🙏☮️
Super show as always Guys. Flares 🤣🤣
I pray to God to give you a lot of beautiful days and you know God loves us so much and you speak with so much wisdom.I hope you don’t mind if we get to know each other?
Lol😂🤣
Hi Jennifer how are you doing
You guys are awesome!! 🌟🌟🌟
What about corrida like shows? It seems Minoans were doing these, maybe all the way back 5000 years ago.
Yes what about corrida 😂😂
I pray to God to give you a lot of beautiful days and you know God loves us so much and you speak with so much wisdom.I hope you don’t mind if we get to know each other?
Thanks!
Thanks very much!
@Rupert, with the greatest respect for you, and I really love what you're both doing so much, I have to contend one point you often make:- the orientation of Christian churches could well be to do with Psalm 113. 3 " From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.". Maybe it has more significance than a lot of people, especially those raised in the 'High Church', or the Catholic faith realise. As someone who was forced to study the scriptures, and also the context in Aramaic and Greek, and the culture of the times, I think it could have a great significance.
Hi Ruth, thank you very much for this message. I have even had conversations with vicars who have clearly not remembered that verse. In many ways it's a relief to know that the scriptures at least hold a reference to the sun's passage through the heavens. You are quite literally, the first and only person to send me this information or make this observation, in over fifteen years and thousands of messages and comments. All best, Rupert
Hello gentlemen. First time here and I’m looking forward to it very much. Thanks
Thanks
Thanks very much Carli!
Tunnels yes!!!!!!!! Yay!!!!!!!
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Oh my gosh I missed this and you spoke about my two favorite subjects. Horses and the transition from neo to copper age. The wild horse ride was probably a rite of passage before they were domesticated for milk and meat. Was it people from Britton doing the mining or a foreign merchant company?
Horse back riding is evident 4500bc in the pontif step and 2000 years later in England. One thing people seem to forget or gloss over here is the horse was bred to a good riding after human intervention, probably even in hunting practice before they were domesticated, the horse that was present in other places were probably ill suited for riding
Were the stones in circles used as fence posts to create a large barn of sorts?
Never thought about it before, even seeing it in the flesh but, coming from a vet, I would say its more like the Uffington Whitehound than the Uffington White moggie...
I have just read an article in the Guardian and the national trust warden for the area says there are coins with similarly styled horse and chariots on coins - (assuming they weren't being driven around by greyhounds) do you know to what coins he is referring?
#idea. Cattle auctions or market place to trade. Like many public buildings today have multi purpose.
It's so hard for me to imagine Stone Age Europeans crossing the Atlantic. I would guess those megalithic structures were built by natives if they weren't built by early European settlers. It's apparently not just New England, either. My dad got a house on a mountaintop in north Georgia,and right in his front yard was what looked for all the world like a dolmen.He said they told him it was certified native American when he bought the property, whatever that means.
I missed most of this, :(
P.S. Ever dropped your flairs in front of the coastguard's chopper? 😸😼😽😻
Never hit that note again Rupert. Please be mindful of we who listen with earbuds lol
The conundrum of moving huge stone pieces was probably solved by the cultures of the day herding teams of domesticated mammoths and i'm sure; other megafauna etc - not unlike how elephants, horses and cattle are still used today in some parts of the world.
Take a shot at classical homeopathy for the cough
No head phones…
No sir don’t like it