Going, Going, Gone: Sheba on the Front Lines

The article focuses on the ancient city of Marib, capital of the South Arabian kingdom of Saba and the legendary home of the Queen of Sheba, which is now caught in the midst of the Yemeni civil war. It highlights the rich historical and cultural significance of the site, the threats it faces from th...

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Published in:Biblical archaeology review
Format: Print Article
Language:English
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Published: Soc. 2023
In: Biblical archaeology review
Further subjects:B PRESERVATION of architecture
B SHEBA, Queen of
B MARIB (Yemen)
B SHEBA (Kingdom)
B YEMENI Civil War, 2014-
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Summary:The article focuses on the ancient city of Marib, capital of the South Arabian kingdom of Saba and the legendary home of the Queen of Sheba, which is now caught in the midst of the Yemeni civil war. It highlights the rich historical and cultural significance of the site, the threats it faces from the conflict, and the efforts of archaeologists and the international community to protect and preserve its heritage.
ISSN:0098-9444
Contains:Enthalten in: Biblical archaeology review