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Ancient Roman curse tablet deciphered by Heidelberg researchers

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The inscription names four individuals — two men and two women — who are described as fellow slaves. According to Dr Rodney Ast, Academic Director of the Institute for Papyrology, the tablet may have been intended either to curse the four slaves themselves or to invoke supernatural punishment against an unnamed individual on their behalf.

The composition of the group is particularly intriguing. The two men bear Latin names, while the women have Greek names, suggesting a culturally diverse community within the Roman Empire.

Ancient Roman curse tablet deciphered by Heidelberg researchershttps://www.heritagedaily.com/2026/06/ancient-roman-curse-tablet-deciphered-by-heidelberg-researchers/158419Open linkView original on slrpnk.net
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