Lydian-Style Sardis Statue Sheds Light on Ancient Life and Revelation
TL;DR
Archaeologists in Sardis have unearthed a 7.2-foot marble statue dating to the 5th century B.C., notable for its Lydian-style clothing. The statue—found in the ancient city mentioned in the Book of Revelation—was repurposed as paving in the Roman era and will be displayed at the Manisa Museum, offering insights into Sardis's cultural interactions.
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