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Ancient cult ruins found at Bible's 'Armageddon' site mirror Scripture

Archaeologists have uncovered remarkable evidence of ancient ritual practices at Tel Megiddo, the site traditionally identified as Armageddon in biblical prophecy. Recent excavations in Israel's Jezreel Valley revealed 3,300-year-old Canaanite artifacts, including a miniature ceramic shrine and a unique ram-shaped ritual vessel, suggesting that local farmers performed religious ceremonies outside the city's main temple. The discovery of a 5,000-year-old winepress and residential buildings indicates that Megiddo was a thriving urban center with a vibrant community life extending beyond its fortified core. These findings highlight the city's dual role as both a religious and strategic hub, mirroring its depiction in biblical narratives as a stage for conflict and spiritual struggle. The well-preserved ritual objects provide new insight into the daily lives and beliefs of the region's ancient inhabitants, offering a tangible connection to the practices that inspired enduring scriptural imagery.

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