Articles related to "Pliny"
Life and Death in Pompeii: Millenium series Pt 18
Visit with me the ruins of Pompeii. Read, 1500 years after the fact, the fascinating, powerful amd moving letters written by a 17 year old scholar, named Pliny the Younger. His letters include an account of the last hours and death of his uncle, how he lived and what kind of man he was. He also writes a letter which is an eyewitness account of the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The eruption of ash and cinder buried and preserved the ancient city by forming a hemetic seal around it. After being covered for 1500 years, Pompeii and it's inhabitants can now share their story of how they lived and died for this eruption caught forever, that moment in time. There are lots of pictures and links. Please join me. Mary Ellen
pompeii • destruction of pompeii • vesuvius • pliny the younger • the death of pliny the elder
Visit with me the ruins of Pompeii. Read, 1500 years after the fact, the fascinating, powerful amd moving letters written by a 17 year old scholar, named Pliny the Younger. His letters include an account of the last hours and death of his uncle, how he lived and what kind of man he was. He also writes a letter which is an eyewitness account of the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The eruption of ash and cinder buried and preserved the ancient city by forming a hemetic seal around it. After being covered for 1500 years, Pompeii and it's inhabitants can now share their story of how they lived and died for this eruption caught forever, that moment in time. There are lots of pictures and links. Please join me. Mary Ellen
pompeii • destruction of pompeii • vesuvius • pliny the younger • the death of pliny the elder
Pliny, Tacitus, Josephus and Jesus
Christians will often point to the fact that Pliny and Tacitus mentioned Christians as proof as Jesus existed.
tacitus • jesus • pliny • josephus • historical proof
Christians will often point to the fact that Pliny and Tacitus mentioned Christians as proof as Jesus existed.
tacitus • jesus • pliny • josephus • historical proof
Eels in Roman Gardens
I expect that many of you will be surprised to learn that the fish which ancient Roman authors mention most often as being kept in fishponds are eels.
eels • pliny the elder • varro • seneca • tertullian
I expect that many of you will be surprised to learn that the fish which ancient Roman authors mention most often as being kept in fishponds are eels.
eels • pliny the elder • varro • seneca • tertullian
King of Wines, Wine of Kings: A Fresh Look at California Nebbiolo
The current state (2005) of Nebbiolo wines in California.
barolo • nebbiolo • piedmont • pliny • california
The current state (2005) of Nebbiolo wines in California.
barolo • nebbiolo • piedmont • pliny • california
Pompeii and Everyday Romans in AD 79
The catastrophic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79 trapped 25,000 inhabitants of Pompeii, many of whom left superb examples of everyday life in 1st Century Rome.
pompeii and mt. vesuvius • pompeii excavations • ancient rome and pompeii • destruction of pompeii • pompeii and everyday living in the roman empire
The catastrophic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79 trapped 25,000 inhabitants of Pompeii, many of whom left superb examples of everyday life in 1st Century Rome.
pompeii and mt. vesuvius • pompeii excavations • ancient rome and pompeii • destruction of pompeii • pompeii and everyday living in the roman empire
Tourists To Italy Can Face Natural Disasters
Several geothermal and seismic events occurred in historical Italy, with destructive effects. Unfortunately some notable ones have caught locals and tourists unawares.
natural disasters • earthquakes volcanoes floods • italy abruzzo • l'aquila naples florence • pliny the younger vesuvius
Several geothermal and seismic events occurred in historical Italy, with destructive effects. Unfortunately some notable ones have caught locals and tourists unawares.
natural disasters • earthquakes volcanoes floods • italy abruzzo • l'aquila naples florence • pliny the younger vesuvius
Ancient Roman Gardens
Archaeological remains and ancient sources help us to identify the way roman gardens were designed and what types of plants and flowers were most common in them.
roman gardens • roman garden • ancient roman gardens • ancient roman garden • flowers in roman gardens
Archaeological remains and ancient sources help us to identify the way roman gardens were designed and what types of plants and flowers were most common in them.
roman gardens • roman garden • ancient roman gardens • ancient roman garden • flowers in roman gardens
Borage
Though borage is by no means as popular as some of the other herbs, this species is well worth including in the landscape.
borage • cool tankard • talewort • children's gardens • potherb
Though borage is by no means as popular as some of the other herbs, this species is well worth including in the landscape.
borage • cool tankard • talewort • children's gardens • potherb
Dead Sea Scrolls - The Qumran Manuscripts
The Dead Sea Scrolls found at the Qumran Caves present a wealth of information and a special insight into the formative years of Christianity and Rabbinic Judaism.
dead sea scrolls christianity • rabbinic judaism scrolls • who were the qumran sect • essenes • sadducees
The Dead Sea Scrolls found at the Qumran Caves present a wealth of information and a special insight into the formative years of Christianity and Rabbinic Judaism.
dead sea scrolls christianity • rabbinic judaism scrolls • who were the qumran sect • essenes • sadducees
Life and Death in Pompeii: Millenium Series 20
Join the early Pompeiians, as they live their daily lives. Take a visit to the Forum, where you can stop and listen to the orators. Do a little shopping or drop into the temple of your choice and say a prayer or leave a little offering. Or perhaps you just wish to relax at the elegant public baths. Photos, Links and lots of instant links to wonderful pictures. See how and where these interesting people spent their lives. Learn what they ate and drank. We even have an instant link to a collection of ancient foods and recipes.More thoughts from Pliny the Younger. Please feel free to start or add to a discussion or make comments. Please join me Mary Ellen Bradshaw
ancient cooking • food • ancient recipes • the forum • the public baths
Join the early Pompeiians, as they live their daily lives. Take a visit to the Forum, where you can stop and listen to the orators. Do a little shopping or drop into the temple of your choice and say a prayer or leave a little offering. Or perhaps you just wish to relax at the elegant public baths. Photos, Links and lots of instant links to wonderful pictures. See how and where these interesting people spent their lives. Learn what they ate and drank. We even have an instant link to a collection of ancient foods and recipes.More thoughts from Pliny the Younger. Please feel free to start or add to a discussion or make comments. Please join me Mary Ellen Bradshaw
ancient cooking • food • ancient recipes • the forum • the public baths
Nabatean Contol of the Incense and Spice Route
From the 3rd century BCE until the 2nd century CE great camel caravans made the trip from the southern shores of the Arabian Peninsula to the Mediterranean port of Gaza.
incense and spice route • nabateans • negev desert • nabatean petra • unesco world heritage site
From the 3rd century BCE until the 2nd century CE great camel caravans made the trip from the southern shores of the Arabian Peninsula to the Mediterranean port of Gaza.
incense and spice route • nabateans • negev desert • nabatean petra • unesco world heritage site
The Biographers 2/2
Life and works of Tacitus and Suetonius. The works of other biographers: Diogenes Laertius and the Augustan History
bingley • classics • ancient biographies • roman • greek
Life and works of Tacitus and Suetonius. The works of other biographers: Diogenes Laertius and the Augustan History
bingley • classics • ancient biographies • roman • greek
The Decapolis a Greco-Roman Confederation
The Decapolis was a confederation of ten contiguous cities, with the exception of Damascus, on what was then the edge of the Roman Empire in north eastern Palestine.
ten cities of thedecapolis • philadelphia • gerasa • pella • scythopolis
The Decapolis was a confederation of ten contiguous cities, with the exception of Damascus, on what was then the edge of the Roman Empire in north eastern Palestine.
ten cities of thedecapolis • philadelphia • gerasa • pella • scythopolis
The Magic of Olive Oil
Olive oil is a vital - and healthy - ingredient in Italian cuisine and has an almost magical importance in Italian culture.
olive oil • italy • healthy ingredient • roman cuisine • olive festivals
Olive oil is a vital - and healthy - ingredient in Italian cuisine and has an almost magical importance in Italian culture.
olive oil • italy • healthy ingredient • roman cuisine • olive festivals
The Colossus of Rhodes
The Colossus of Rhodes was a statue dedicated to the Greek god Helios on the island of Rhodes.
the colossus of rhodes • sixth wonder of the world • seven wonders of the world • temple of artemis • mausoleum of mausollos
The Colossus of Rhodes was a statue dedicated to the Greek god Helios on the island of Rhodes.
the colossus of rhodes • sixth wonder of the world • seven wonders of the world • temple of artemis • mausoleum of mausollos
The Temple of Artemis
The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was built by the Achmaenid Dynasty in the Persian Empire to honour the goddess Artemis.
the temple of artemis at ephesus • fourth wonder of the world • statue of zeus at olympia • olympian zeus • hanging gardens of babylon
The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was built by the Achmaenid Dynasty in the Persian Empire to honour the goddess Artemis.
the temple of artemis at ephesus • fourth wonder of the world • statue of zeus at olympia • olympian zeus • hanging gardens of babylon
Easy Breathing with Elecampane
If you suffer from bronchial ailments from cough to asthma, this is one herb you'll want to investigate...
elecampane • herb • herbal • herbalist • herbalism
If you suffer from bronchial ailments from cough to asthma, this is one herb you'll want to investigate...
elecampane • herb • herbal • herbalist • herbalism
GARLIC-HERB OF THE YEAR FOR 2004
Garlic has been chosen as Herb of the Year for 2004. This is one of the most widely used culinary and medicinal herbs.
garlic • herb of the year • medicinal herbs • kirghis • ancient egyptians
Garlic has been chosen as Herb of the Year for 2004. This is one of the most widely used culinary and medicinal herbs.
garlic • herb of the year • medicinal herbs • kirghis • ancient egyptians
Hatra Iraq a Parthian City and UNESCO Site
Hatra, Iraq, capital of the first Arab Kingdom, is one of the best-preserved examples of a Parthian city and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.
hatra iraq • parthian city • location opening scenes exorcist • unesco world heritage site • silk route
Hatra, Iraq, capital of the first Arab Kingdom, is one of the best-preserved examples of a Parthian city and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.
hatra iraq • parthian city • location opening scenes exorcist • unesco world heritage site • silk route
Pompeii Sports and Entertainment Millenium Series 21,
Pompeii was a rich city, and it's inhabitants had time to spare. To fill this time, there were many sporting events, festivals and circuses. There were gladiator fights, with men or exotic animals. There were chariot races, where much betting took place. The Romans played ballgames as part of their daily exercise and also exercised their minds with board games. Theatre was also popular, with two actors playing each part. All these events were free to all. It was also acceptable for Roman men to visit "ladies of the night". A class of their own, Prostitution thrived in Pompeii. There were 25 brothels recorded. This was not free. Also there are more thoughts of Pliny the younger on Bloodsport as well as a sentor called Senecca. Lots of photos, links and instant links to wonderful pictures. Please join me on this journey and feel free to start a discussion, Mary Ellen
gladiators • chariot races explained • amphitheatres • theatres • plays
Pompeii was a rich city, and it's inhabitants had time to spare. To fill this time, there were many sporting events, festivals and circuses. There were gladiator fights, with men or exotic animals. There were chariot races, where much betting took place. The Romans played ballgames as part of their daily exercise and also exercised their minds with board games. Theatre was also popular, with two actors playing each part. All these events were free to all. It was also acceptable for Roman men to visit "ladies of the night". A class of their own, Prostitution thrived in Pompeii. There were 25 brothels recorded. This was not free. Also there are more thoughts of Pliny the younger on Bloodsport as well as a sentor called Senecca. Lots of photos, links and instant links to wonderful pictures. Please join me on this journey and feel free to start a discussion, Mary Ellen
gladiators • chariot races explained • amphitheatres • theatres • plays
That End-of-Summer Vibe, Monkshood, and the Wolf Man
Monkshood!
that end-of-summer vibe • monkshood • and the wolf man • gregg m. pasterick • wildflowers of north america
Monkshood!
that end-of-summer vibe • monkshood • and the wolf man • gregg m. pasterick • wildflowers of north america
The Dog Days of Summer
Where does the expression "the dog days of summer" come from? And why do they have such a bad reputation, one that goes beyond just sultry weather?
dog day • dog days summer • sirius dog star • sirius dog days • egypt dog days
Where does the expression "the dog days of summer" come from? And why do they have such a bad reputation, one that goes beyond just sultry weather?
dog day • dog days summer • sirius dog star • sirius dog days • egypt dog days
The Ghosts of Dickens' Christmas Carol
The ghosts of Dickens' Christmas Carol are based on fact and folklore.
ghosts • dickens • christmas • carol • charles
The ghosts of Dickens' Christmas Carol are based on fact and folklore.
ghosts • dickens • christmas • carol • charles
The Massive Colossus of Rhodes
The Colossus of Rhodes was a statue of the Greek god Helios which stood beside the harbor at Rhodes, welcoming locals and travelers alike.
the colossus of rhodes • statue of helios • seven wonders of the ancient world • conquest of alexander the great • ptolemy of egypt
The Colossus of Rhodes was a statue of the Greek god Helios which stood beside the harbor at Rhodes, welcoming locals and travelers alike.
the colossus of rhodes • statue of helios • seven wonders of the ancient world • conquest of alexander the great • ptolemy of egypt
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS
The holidays are steeped with traditions. How did Christmas come to be, and where did all these customs come from?
holiday traditions • the spirit of christmas • santa claus • santa claus foundation • st. nicholas
The holidays are steeped with traditions. How did Christmas come to be, and where did all these customs come from?
holiday traditions • the spirit of christmas • santa claus • santa claus foundation • st. nicholas
The Temple of Artemis at Ephasus
Finally completed after four attempts, the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus is one of the most storied of all the seven ancient wonders.
temple of artemis at ephasus • seven wonders of the ancient world • ancient architecture • goddess diana • chersiphron
Finally completed after four attempts, the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus is one of the most storied of all the seven ancient wonders.
temple of artemis at ephasus • seven wonders of the ancient world • ancient architecture • goddess diana • chersiphron
Violets in Myth and Legend
From antiquity to Napoleon's exile, violets played predominant roles in legend, myth and medicine.
violets • venus • athens • cupid • pliny
From antiquity to Napoleon's exile, violets played predominant roles in legend, myth and medicine.
violets • venus • athens • cupid • pliny
The Roots of Renaissance Gardens
The gardens of Renaissance Italy were rooted in the gardens of ancient Rome.
renaissance
The gardens of Renaissance Italy were rooted in the gardens of ancient Rome.
renaissance
Wine Drinking in the Roman World
Wine drinking amongst the Romans had a long history. There were many different types of wine that could be consumed in different ways.
roman wine • ancient roman wine • of roman wine • types of roman wine • roman culture
Wine drinking amongst the Romans had a long history. There were many different types of wine that could be consumed in different ways.
roman wine • ancient roman wine • of roman wine • types of roman wine • roman culture
Elder Wisdom and Elderberry Wine
When they told you as a child to listen to your Elders, I think they meant the trees. With such a fascinating history of lore and generations of use, this herbal remedy has a lot to say for itself. Take a moment for a little Elder Wisdom...
herb • herbal • herbalist • herbalism • elder
When they told you as a child to listen to your Elders, I think they meant the trees. With such a fascinating history of lore and generations of use, this herbal remedy has a lot to say for itself. Take a moment for a little Elder Wisdom...
herb • herbal • herbalist • herbalism • elder
How to Use the Medicinal Herb Fennel
Fennel is an ancient herb which has been used in plant medicine for centuries; know how to identify and use sweet fennel medicinally from studying the plant's profile.
how to use the medicinal herb fennel • plant profile of the use of sweet fennel • how to identify sweet fennel • roman use of the herb fennel • how to use fennel as an essential oil
Fennel is an ancient herb which has been used in plant medicine for centuries; know how to identify and use sweet fennel medicinally from studying the plant's profile.
how to use the medicinal herb fennel • plant profile of the use of sweet fennel • how to identify sweet fennel • roman use of the herb fennel • how to use fennel as an essential oil
Mercury, Saturn, Gemini, etc.
Mercury, Saturn, and Gemini in March...
mercury • saturn • gemini • etc. • gregg m. pasterick
Mercury, Saturn, and Gemini in March...
mercury • saturn • gemini • etc. • gregg m. pasterick
October Birthstone Opal
Rainbow colored opal is the birthstone for the month of October and the National gemstone of Australia, where most opals are found.
opal gemstone • birthstone for october • rainbow gem stone • history myths legends about opals • 14th 18th anniversary gemstone
Rainbow colored opal is the birthstone for the month of October and the National gemstone of Australia, where most opals are found.
opal gemstone • birthstone for october • rainbow gem stone • history myths legends about opals • 14th 18th anniversary gemstone
Roman Marriage From a Husband's Perspective
With rivalry in ancient Rome so fierce, a good wife proved a roman politician's most reliable asset and his most valuable political resource.
roman marriage • roman husbands • roman wives • political connections • behaviour of roman women
With rivalry in ancient Rome so fierce, a good wife proved a roman politician's most reliable asset and his most valuable political resource.
roman marriage • roman husbands • roman wives • political connections • behaviour of roman women
Roman Marriage From a Wife's Perspective
From fertility anxieties to fatal beatings, the experience of being a wife in ancient Rome and the pressures this responsibility came with.
roman marriage • roman women • roman wives • roman husbands • wife beating in ancient rome
From fertility anxieties to fatal beatings, the experience of being a wife in ancient Rome and the pressures this responsibility came with.
roman marriage • roman women • roman wives • roman husbands • wife beating in ancient rome
Early Renaissance Gardens
What were early Renaissance gardens like and how were they different from Medieval gardens?
renaissance • medici • florence • gardens • history
What were early Renaissance gardens like and how were they different from Medieval gardens?
renaissance • medici • florence • gardens • history
Pinching Your Pennys... Pennyroyals, that is!
Some herbs provide their greatest benefit externally. Pennyroyal is one of those, and is one herb that's well known and loved by gardeners, pet lovers, and anyone who loves the outdoors in Spring. See why....
pennyroyal • herbs • natural insecticide • insect repellent • lurk in the ditch
Some herbs provide their greatest benefit externally. Pennyroyal is one of those, and is one herb that's well known and loved by gardeners, pet lovers, and anyone who loves the outdoors in Spring. See why....
pennyroyal • herbs • natural insecticide • insect repellent • lurk in the ditch
The Jesus myth
With Easter coming, we are reminded that there is no historical evidence for Jesus, and that Christianity is based on a myth with no basis in fact.
jesus • christ • easter • bible • christian
With Easter coming, we are reminded that there is no historical evidence for Jesus, and that Christianity is based on a myth with no basis in fact.
jesus • christ • easter • bible • christian
Volcanoes
Volcanoes have always fascinated us, and have been a source of destruction and a source of growth. In this article I will explore the four main types of volcanoes and the differences and potential hazard from each.
geology • geophysics • volcano • volcanoes • shield volcano
Volcanoes have always fascinated us, and have been a source of destruction and a source of growth. In this article I will explore the four main types of volcanoes and the differences and potential hazard from each.
geology • geophysics • volcano • volcanoes • shield volcano
Healing With Horseradish
Let's hear it for Horseradish...much more than a condiment, for disorders from digestion to bronchitis, it's a cure! Read on to discover more...
herb • herbal • herbalist • herbalism • horseradish
Let's hear it for Horseradish...much more than a condiment, for disorders from digestion to bronchitis, it's a cure! Read on to discover more...
herb • herbal • herbalist • herbalism • horseradish
Tree Medicine and Magic - The Oak
Known as the mightiest of trees, the oak has been revered for its sheltering and stable presence by ancient Druids and modern Pagans alike.
sacred oak grove • oak magic • druids and oak trees • nemeton • oak flower essence
Known as the mightiest of trees, the oak has been revered for its sheltering and stable presence by ancient Druids and modern Pagans alike.
sacred oak grove • oak magic • druids and oak trees • nemeton • oak flower essence
When Oil was Oyle
A look at 17th century essential oil use in Europe.
17th • century • aromatherapy • oil • culpeper
A look at 17th century essential oil use in Europe.
17th • century • aromatherapy • oil • culpeper
Zuppa di Farro Recipe
Farro is an ancient Roman grain. In this recipe from Tuscany, it's used to make a hearty soup.
spelt soup • zuppa di farro • grain • ancient rome • emmer wheat
Farro is an ancient Roman grain. In this recipe from Tuscany, it's used to make a hearty soup.
spelt soup • zuppa di farro • grain • ancient rome • emmer wheat
Alcyon – Bird of Peace and Calm
Halcyon birds, according to Greek mythology, bring us days of peace and calm around Christmas time--halcyon days. The bird in the legend is the European Kingfisher.
halcyon days christmas birds • winter solstice calm peace • alcyon greek mythology legend • european kingfisher alcedo atthis • halcyone alcyone ceyx aeolus
Halcyon birds, according to Greek mythology, bring us days of peace and calm around Christmas time--halcyon days. The bird in the legend is the European Kingfisher.
halcyon days christmas birds • winter solstice calm peace • alcyon greek mythology legend • european kingfisher alcedo atthis • halcyone alcyone ceyx aeolus
All About Mead
Few people are really familiar with the ancient and noble "honey wine"; fewer still have ever partaken of it. Here's an insider's view of this most natural of libations.
mead • honey wine • nectar of the gods • varietal honey • braggot
Few people are really familiar with the ancient and noble "honey wine"; fewer still have ever partaken of it. Here's an insider's view of this most natural of libations.
mead • honey wine • nectar of the gods • varietal honey • braggot
Ancient Explorers
In 4th century BC, Greek adventurer Pytheas set out on an expedition to explore the lands beyond the Mediterranean and reached the Arctic limits of the known world.
pytheas • ancient explorers • greek explorers • britannia • thule
In 4th century BC, Greek adventurer Pytheas set out on an expedition to explore the lands beyond the Mediterranean and reached the Arctic limits of the known world.
pytheas • ancient explorers • greek explorers • britannia • thule
Animals of War
In times of war anything goes - mounted moose, incendiary monkeys, mortar-carrying bears and even front-line cattle.
animals used in war • animals used in battle • military animals • soldier bear • war pig
In times of war anything goes - mounted moose, incendiary monkeys, mortar-carrying bears and even front-line cattle.
animals used in war • animals used in battle • military animals • soldier bear • war pig
Birth Flower for August
The language, legends and history for the gladiola - the flower for those born in the month of August.
language of flowers • birth month flower • birth month flower for august • what is the birth flower for august • gladiola
The language, legends and history for the gladiola - the flower for those born in the month of August.
language of flowers • birth month flower • birth month flower for august • what is the birth flower for august • gladiola
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