Rock art is not art imitating life; it is a visual record of religious beliefs practiced long ago and not an expression of daily life. That's the book's basic conclusion that completes 20 years of rock art research in Israel. The research sheds a light on the ancient’s spiritual world especially its connection to ancient astronomy and myths. It illuminates how early man envisioned Creation, invented the first Calendar, and expressed his desire to reach Paradise. After 6,000 years of silence, we finally hear the faint voice of Negev Desert's ancient civilization.
The research and subjects chosen in the book are relevant to rock art deciphering throughout the world. The original archeological findings are presented now for the first time with much care for their integrity. Deciphering of supposedly primitive rock art requires knowledge of many regional subjects such as Archeology, Astronomy, Mythology, History, and Religion. Examples include:
The book contains 5 chapters and 147 figures. It includes Mythology, Astronomy, Archeology, and Deciphering.
Book Chapters
1. Meaning of Rock Art
2. Mythology and Rock Art
3. Astronomy and Rock Art
4. Negev Archaeology
5. Deciphering Rock Art
Sample of deciphered Rock Art from the Book
Fertility
Desert Boats
hunt
Venus Calendar
Ibex Hunt
Orion & Eridanus
Summer Skies
Winter Skies
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