A jar of extra Virgil olive oil, please: Archaeologists discover Virgil quote inside an olive oil-filled amphora

Episode 69 June 30, 2023 00:03:04
A jar of extra Virgil olive oil, please: Archaeologists discover Virgil quote inside an olive oil-filled amphora
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A jar of extra Virgil olive oil, please: Archaeologists discover Virgil quote inside an olive oil-filled amphora

Jun 30 2023 | 00:03:04

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Eddie Arrieta

Show Notes

In this fascinating article, we delve into the recent archaeological find in Córdoba, Spain where a Virgil poem is carved into an ancient amphora.

We explore the significance of this discovery, how the Latin alphabet has evolved, and the intriguing intersection of language and history. Tune in for a journey back in time.

Read the full article here: https://multilingual.com/virgil-quotation-amphora/

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