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Lachish Letters (Ostracon IV) — Watching for Fire Signals
Created by Ancient Near Eastern Scribes and Stonemasons • Custodian: The British Museum / Israel Antiquities Authority
Context & Significance
Pottery sherd letter written on the eve of Nebuchadnezzar's destruction: 'We are watching for the fire signals of Lachish'.
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Creator / Scribe: Ancient Near Eastern Scribes and Stonemasons
Source Archive / Institution: The British Museum / Israel Antiquities Authority
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Historical Period / Date: Ancient Biblical Era
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