One of the oldest human sculptures discovered in Turkey (photo)

Archaeologists in Turkey have discovered some of the oldest examples of sculptures in prehistoric sites. The discovery may be related to the Bible.

Experts found a human sculpture at the site of Karahan Tepe in southeastern Turkey. It is reported by ARTnews.

The sculpture depicts a person with a realistic facial expression, as well as carved ribs, spine, and humerus. This may be the oldest human statue of its kind found so far, as the site dates back to about 9400 BC.

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Karahan Tepe, located in the Upper Mesopotamia region. A life-size limestone statue of a wild boar was excavated at the nearby site of Gebekli Tepe.

The statue was also found with H-shaped symbols, a crescent moon, two snakes, and three human masks. It is believed that Gebekli Tepe is associated with the biblical account of Noah. It is one of the oldest and largest worship centers, dating back to 9600 BC.

As a reminder, 2000-year-old dice were found in Poland.

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