Easter’s Ancient Roots: How Old Traditions Shaped Modern Celebrations

Easter today is known for egg hunts, chocolate bunnies, and family gatherings. But beneath these familiar symbols lie much older, fascinating traditions stretching back thousands of years—far before Christianity itself. So where exactly do Easter’s ancient roots lead us? Let’s take a quick journey back to discover how springtime traditions from ancient civilizations became the holiday we celebrate today. From Ostara to Easter Long before … Continue reading Easter’s Ancient Roots: How Old Traditions Shaped Modern Celebrations

Series 1-5: The Antikythera Mechanism – A 2,000-Year-Old Ancient Computer

In 1901, sponge divers exploring a shipwreck off the coast of Antikythera, Greece, made a discovery that rewrote history—a mysterious, heavily corroded bronze artifact with intricate gears and inscriptions. At first, no one understood its purpose. But as scientists studied it, they realized it was a mechanical device so advanced that it seemed impossible for its time. Now known as the Antikythera Mechanism, this 2,000-year-old … Continue reading Series 1-5: The Antikythera Mechanism – A 2,000-Year-Old Ancient Computer