Journal
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies 8/1 (1999)
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Near Eastern Weapon Parallels
Title
Near Eastern Weapon Parallels
Publication Type
Journal Article
Year of Publication
1999
Editors
Sorenson, John L. (Secondary)
Journal
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Pagination
39-40, 78
Volume
8
Issue
1
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Abstract
Parallels between sickle swords and two-bladed knives in ancient Mesoamerica and the Near East may strengthen the possibility of some historical link between the areas. Similarities in weapons terminology may also lead to fruitful research.
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Subject Keywords
Mesoamerica
Warfare
Ancient Near East
Sword
Weaponry
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