Homs-Sana
Festive feasts in ancient Syria during the BC era, the title of the lecture called for by the branch of the Al-Adiyat Association in Homs.
The lecture given by researcher Nihad Samaan stated that the sons of Qiddiya Syria were preoccupied with economic activity throughout the year, making them dedicate 45 days a year to celebrations in joys that united the Syrian spirit across all cities, and spending on these celebrations was done through the ruling institutions in each city.
The researcher Samaan pointed out, based on what some historians mentioned, that Antioch, the Syrian capital, in 166 BC, witnessed celebrations that lasted for a month, and that included drama stories, dancing, chariot racing, in addition to sports, and lamps lit up the city’s streets and squares. His fortune to hold ceremonies.
The researcher Samaan pointed out that the celebrations in ancient Syria greatly reflected the Syrian civil and urban level and inspired many painters to create the most wonderful paintings, especially the Adonis or Spring celebrations, especially their organization and beauty.
The Syrian celebration of Dafna in 166 BC, according to Simon, was considered a great event. A great celebration was held by a decision of the Syrian King, Antio Jos IV, on the occasion of his victory over Macedonia. It included a military parade with the participation of tens of thousands of soldiers and knights, who were covered with gold and silver shields and rode the most beautiful horses. These celebrations also included, which continued For the month of holding sports and wrestling and distributing food and drinks.
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