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Nahal Hemar Cave
31.1392° N, 35.2939° E
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Nahal Hemar Cave, situated in Israel's Judean Desert, is a significant archaeological site known for its rich Pre-Pottery Neolithic assemblage. The site yielded an array of artifacts including wooden tools, textiles, and ceremonial objects such as decorated human skulls and masks. The textiles, notably, indicate the earliest known use of crochet techniques. The cave is particularly remarkable for its ritualistic elements, suggesting it was a center for religious or magical practices, possibly related to ancestor cults. The discovery of ancient collagen-based glue further adds to its significance, revealing advanced technological practices in adhesive production. The site is a window into early Neolithic life and ritual in the Levant region.
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Pre-Pottery Neolithic Occupation
ca. 7000 BCE
Ancient Glue Creation
8310-8110 BCE
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