Ras Shamra Tablets

The Ras Shamra Tablets are ancient clay tablets discovered near the ancient city of Ugarit in modern-day Syria, dating from around 1400 BCE. These tablets are some of the earliest examples of written language in the region and contain texts that include mythological stories, religious rituals, and administrative records. They are primarily written in a cuneiform script and provide valuable insights into early Semitic culture, religion, and language. The tablets help historians and linguists understand the worldview and societal structure of the people who lived there over 3,000 years ago.