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The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC

The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC


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The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC

The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC. Before then the Phoenicians wrote with a cuneiform script. The earliest known inscriptions in the Phoenician alphabet come from Byblos and date back to 1000 BC

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This print showcases the evolution of written communication through the ages. Depicting an ancient artifact, it unveils the remarkable journey of the Phoenician alphabet, which emerged from its predecessor, the Proto-Canaanite script, during the 15th century BC. Prior to this groundbreaking development, the Phoenicians relied on cuneiform writing for their records and messages. The significance of this particular image lies in its historical context. Originating from Lebanon, a cradle of civilization in antiquity, it sheds light on one of humanity's earliest attempts at creating a standardized writing system. The intricate inscriptions captured here are believed to be among the earliest known examples of Phoenician writing and hail from Byblos—a city steeped in rich cultural heritage—dating back to 1000 BC. As we gaze upon this relic from millennia ago, we cannot help but marvel at how these ancient societies paved the way for modern alphabets that shape our world today. The Phoenician alphabet served as a crucial precursor to numerous scripts used across different languages and cultures throughout history. Through this photograph's lens, we are transported back in time—an immersive glimpse into an era where words were etched onto stone tablets or papyrus scrolls with utmost care and precision. It serves as a reminder of our collective human endeavor to communicate effectively across generations and continents—a testament to our unyielding quest for knowledge and connection.

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