Susita

The lead bullet with the inscription in Greek – 'Learn'. Credit: Dr. Michael Eisenberg

A 2,000-year-old slingstone from Susita carried a sarcastic message to the enemy: "Learn."

Archaeologists from the University of Haifa have uncovered a one-of-a-kind slingstone near the ancient city of Susita, bearing the sarcastic inscription "Learn," a clear message to enemies on the way: Let them learn a lesson.
The gold earring found in Susita. Photo courtesy of the University of Haifa

New discoveries Susita: Ancient gold earrings and the secrets of Byzantine churches

A research expedition from the University of Haifa reveals exciting discoveries in Susita: ancient gold earrings and the secrets of Byzantine churches
A hidden silver cross on a brass weight, in the Susita excavations, the hiding was done so as not to upset the early Muslim rule. Photo: Haifa University

"Religious tolerance" in the form of the seventh century AD

A wall painting of the goddess of fortune Ticha discovered in the Susita excavations. Photo: Haifa University

The goddess of fortune was found in Susita