Eblaite archives

The Eblaite archives are a vast collection of clay tablets discovered at the ancient city of Ebla (modern-day Syria), dating from around 2500 BCE. Written primarily in the Eblaite language using cuneiform script, these tablets include administrative records, diplomatic correspondence, treaties, and economic transactions. They offer valuable insights into early urban civilization, trade networks, governance, and social organization in the ancient Near East. The archives are important for understanding early state formation and provide a detailed glimpse into the political and economic life of Ebla during its height.