Kurkh Monolith

The Kurkh Monolith is an ancient stone artifact from the 9th century BCE, inscribed with cuneiform writing from the Assyrian Empire. It records military victories, notably the defeat of the Kingdom of Israel under King Ahab. Discovered in the ancient Assyrian city of Kurkh (modern-day Turkey), the monolith provides valuable historical insights into Assyrian warfare, diplomacy, and their empire's reach. Its inscriptions are important for understanding biblical history and the broader context of Near Eastern civilizations during that period.