Modern Law is often referred to as Judeo-Christian--based on its Judaic origins. But what is forgotten or never mentioned is that when (according to Bibilical accounts), Moses laid down the 10 commandments upon which this law is derived, the Jews or followers of Judaism--had come out 400 years of exile in Nubia.
During that time the successive generations of the Hebrew speaking peoples, acquired and were tutored in traditions, laws, philosophies and religious beliefs, of the Afro-Nubian civilizations.These traditions and philosophies formed the basis of what later came to be known as Judaism. In a nutshell Africa, gave the world its leading religious philosophies.
But just in case you still doubt the role Africa has contributed to world religion, what is considered to be the world's oldest religious site was recently discovered by archeologists in the Kalahari. The site is estimated to be 70,000 years old.
Just to demonstrate the depth and scale of how Africa has shaped world history and civilisation, here is a sample of modern technologies and practices that owe their origin to ancient Nubia:
1.Wine and wine making
2. Brewing technology
3. Coffee brewing
4. Mathematics
5. Astronomy--the astronomical knowledge of the DOGON people of Mali, is one of the most advanced ever among modern humans.
6. The modern 365 day calendar.
7. Day, hour measurements using a water clock
8. Hieroglyphics - the earliest known writing.
9. Black Ink
10. Paper manufactured from the fibers of the papyrus plant.
11. Population census
11. A Postal system and the use of Carrier pigeons
12. Cartography
13. Architecture and building technnology
14. The Pyramids
15. Rowed Ships
Dhows/ Sail boats and ships
The Navy
Mortar and cement
brick making
Construction of Arched ceilings
Irrigation systems
Obelisks
Man-made canals
Rope from hemp
Surveying techniques
Tunnelling techniques
Metalurgy--iron works, copper and tin mines
Development of Bronze by mixing tin and copper
Construction and use of copper piping
Metal tools for farming, hunting and weaponry
Jewelry
The flute
The Lyre -
The Clarinet
Trumpet
Ox-Drawn Ploughs
Sickle blades
Domestication of Cattle and the Donkey
Beekeeping
Knowledge of human anatomy
Surgical instruments
Surgical techniques
Medical specialisation
Medicines for various ailments
The Comb
Use of a hot hair straightening comb
Henna for nail paint and hair coloring
Scissors
Wigs
Cosmetics including eye makeup
Perfumery
Dental health tools--Toothbrush and toothpaste
Linen produced from flax
Textile looms
Dye making
Sandals
This list is only a synopsis the breath and scale endogenous Nubian innovations can not be exhausted here, but it gives one the depth and value of the heritage.
awori.achoka@gmail.com
During that time the successive generations of the Hebrew speaking peoples, acquired and were tutored in traditions, laws, philosophies and religious beliefs, of the Afro-Nubian civilizations.These traditions and philosophies formed the basis of what later came to be known as Judaism. In a nutshell Africa, gave the world its leading religious philosophies.
But just in case you still doubt the role Africa has contributed to world religion, what is considered to be the world's oldest religious site was recently discovered by archeologists in the Kalahari. The site is estimated to be 70,000 years old.
Just to demonstrate the depth and scale of how Africa has shaped world history and civilisation, here is a sample of modern technologies and practices that owe their origin to ancient Nubia:
1.Wine and wine making
2. Brewing technology
3. Coffee brewing
4. Mathematics
5. Astronomy--the astronomical knowledge of the DOGON people of Mali, is one of the most advanced ever among modern humans.
6. The modern 365 day calendar.
7. Day, hour measurements using a water clock
8. Hieroglyphics - the earliest known writing.
9. Black Ink
10. Paper manufactured from the fibers of the papyrus plant.
11. Population census
11. A Postal system and the use of Carrier pigeons
12. Cartography
13. Architecture and building technnology
14. The Pyramids
15. Rowed Ships
Dhows/ Sail boats and ships
The Navy
Mortar and cement
brick making
Construction of Arched ceilings
Irrigation systems
Obelisks
Man-made canals
Rope from hemp
Surveying techniques
Tunnelling techniques
Metalurgy--iron works, copper and tin mines
Development of Bronze by mixing tin and copper
Construction and use of copper piping
Metal tools for farming, hunting and weaponry
Jewelry
The flute
The Lyre -
The Clarinet
Trumpet
Ox-Drawn Ploughs
Sickle blades
Domestication of Cattle and the Donkey
Beekeeping
Knowledge of human anatomy
Surgical instruments
Surgical techniques
Medical specialisation
Medicines for various ailments
The Comb
Use of a hot hair straightening comb
Henna for nail paint and hair coloring
Scissors
Wigs
Cosmetics including eye makeup
Perfumery
Dental health tools--Toothbrush and toothpaste
Linen produced from flax
Textile looms
Dye making
Sandals
This list is only a synopsis the breath and scale endogenous Nubian innovations can not be exhausted here, but it gives one the depth and value of the heritage.
awori.achoka@gmail.com
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