Scholars Agree That Jesus Probably Spoke These Languages
If you were to depict Jesus on film speaking the language the historical figure actually spoke, most audiences wouldn't have understood a word of it.
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The Truth About The Giant Necropolis Beneath The Vatican
The ancient underground graveyards contain ruins such as mausoleums and stone arches, along with a small dirt mound said to contain the bones of St. Peter.
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The Mysterious Truth Of The Dutch Schultz Treasure
orn Arthur Flegenheimer in the Bronx, New York, this bootlegger quickly garnered a reputation for violence, which earned him the name Dutch Schultz.
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How Carl Jung Helped Inspire Alcoholics Anonymous
Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung was a pioneer in modern psychology. He founded analytical psychology, a field that emphasizes the individual's need for wholeness.
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The Creepiest Historical Items Seen On Pawn Stars
Pawn Stars is a History Channel show where the Harrison family buy various items from people, including some creepy historical items.
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Did Jesus Have Siblings?
One of the most important figures in all of human history is Jesus of Nazareth, or Jesus Christ, and some believe he had siblings.
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Here's What The Amish Do On Vacation
The Amish can be found in various states in the U.S. but live in eastern states, with Pennsylvania and Ohio having the largest concentration.
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The Anti-Seatbelt Movement Explained
Though road safety has dramatically improved since their introduction, the dawning of seatbelt use in the 1980s often faced fierce opposition during the '80s.
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Is There Any Physical Evidence That Noah's Ark Existed?
The flood narrative has fascinated researchers for centuries, and plenty of believers have looked for Noah's ark — without much luck — over the years.
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The Mysterious Death Of Christopher Marlowe
Christopher "Kit" Marlowe was a talented playwright and educated man and became a well-known face in the world of theater during the 1580s.
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The Time Thieves Tried To Steal Sigmund Freud's Ashes
London's Golders Green Crematorium holds the last remains of numerous European luminaries, including the father of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud.
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The Truth About The Time Thomas Jefferson Fought Pirates
Thomas Jefferson is known for his role in writing the Declaration of Independence, his tenure as the third U.S. president, and his slave ownership.
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The Truth About The Secret Room In Coughton Court
Coughton Court, a grand British estate, has been the home of the Throckmorton family since 1409, and a secret room was built into the tower of the gatehouse.
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World Leaders Keep Giving Putin These Unusual Gifts
Since Vladimir Putin was first elected in 2000, he is the benefactor of multiple puppies that have been offered to him by military and government leaders.
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How Rabbits Once Nearly Assassinated Napoleon
Rabbits almost bested the French military leader Napoleon Bonaparte, who commanded most of Europe during the early 19th century.
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The Real Reason Leonardo Da Vinci Disappeared For Two Years
Five hundred years after his death, the worlds of art, science, and history are still trying to plumb the depths of Leonardo da Vinci.
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The Mysterious Skeleton Discovered In Northern Ireland's Hillsborough Castle
On the grounds of Hillsborough Castle, Elizabeth II's royal residence in Northern Ireland, a group of archaeologists discovered a mysterious skeleton in 2016.
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How Ernest Hemingway Predicted His Own Death
Was the Hemingway curse real? It may not matter, especially since many in the family — including Ernest — seemed to have accepted it as their ultimate fate.
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Did The Ancient Carthaginians Sacrifice Their Own Children?
Carthage was an ancient city-state that was one of the most wealthy and powerful civilizations of the classical world. Yet, did they practice human sacrifice?
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Every Type Of Marriage Allowed In The Bible
The Bible includes marriages between widows and their brothers-in-law, marriages with slaves, and more. Discover every type of marriage allowed in the Bible.
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How Skulls Were Once Used As Medicine
For centuries, Europeans used human body parts -- including the skull -- as cures and remedies for various ailments.
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How Mummy Parts Were Once Used As Medicine
The notion of the soul was a deep and complex one to the people of Ancient Egypt. For them, a loved one's essence consisted of nine different elements.
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Here's Why Japan's Princess Mako's Engagement Is So Controversial
On October 26, 2021, Princess Mako of Japan -- the niece of Japanese Emperor Naruhito -- will finally wed her long-term partner, Kei Komuro.
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How Saddam Hussein Was Even More Evil Than You Think
Many might remember the news reporting on the capture, trial, and execution of former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein. And he was even more evil than you think.
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Operation Midnight Climax: The Sub-Project Of MKUltra You Didn't Know About
Sub-project 42, also known as Operation Midnight Climax involved sex-for-hire, drug abuse, unsuspecting victims, voyeurism, and gallons of pre-made martinis.
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How They Really Discovered The Wreckage Of The Titanic
Explorers sought to locate the Titanic and the goods it carried. It all finally came to a head in 1985. Here's how they discovered the wreckage of the Titanic.
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The Eye-Opening Truth About Gwen Shamblin Lara's Religious Childhood
Known for often sporting a pompadour hairstyle, Gwen Shamblin Lara was best known as the creator of the Weigh Down Diet and Workshop.
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