Revisiting Ancient Civilizations and the Myths of the Middle East

For centuries, the term 'Middle East' has been used to refer to a region that spans from Western Asia, through the Caucasus and into North Africa. However, archaeological evidence and historical records suggest that this term might be a misnomer. This article delves into the origins of certain ancient civilizations, particularly those of importance to the Caucasus and Anatolia, and reexamines the myth of the existence of a 'Middle East' before the 19th century.

The Journey of Jason and the Argonauts

Origins and Exile

Jason and Medea, the legendary figures, were forced to flee when King Aeetes ordered the pursuit of the Golden Fleece. It is argued that these events took place in the Caucasus, given the detailed account of the chase by the entire navy. Interestingly, more compelling evidence suggests that iron smelting in Asia Minor, or Anatolia, began much earlier, around 1500 B.C., long before such practices were prevalent elsewhere.

Steel Technology and Civilizational Collapse

Steel and Beyond

The advent of steel technology in such regions could imply that there was a powerful and advanced civilization. Evidence points to a widespread use of this material during a significant time period, suggesting that there might have been a shift from the Stone Age to the Bronze Age, followed by a dominance of sea peoples. It is proposed that this era culminated in the fall of the once-great civilization represented by the Argonauts.

The Argo and Its Aftermath

Transformation and Migration

Circe, King Aeetes's sister, migrated to Sicily and had sons named Latinos and Rhomos. This migration and dispersion illustrate the movement and transformation of certain cultural and possibly technological practices. The story hints at a possible continuation of the same civilization, albeit in different parts of the Mediterranean and beyond.

The Fallacy of the 'Middle East'

No Historical Evidence

The term 'Middle East' is a constructed concept. There is no historical or archaeological evidence to support the existence of a 'Middle East' before the 19th century. It is believed that the name was coined by European colonizers and is based on a misunderstanding of the region's geography and history.

Origins and Ancestry

Origins and Bloodlines

Genealogical and ancestral evidence supports the idea that all humans, with the exception of a few specific examples, originated in Africa. The biblical narratives in Genesis suggest that the entire world was populated by the three sons of Noah: Shem, Ham, and Japheth, all of whom were also Ethiopian, a term that denotes black, dark-skinned people. This is further reinforced by the mention of Ham, Cush, and Mizraim as representing the sons of Ham, who were also Ethiopian.

Contributions to Human Civilization

Technological and Cultural Innovations

The term 'Middle East' is erroneously used to describe a region that includes Ethiopia, and all human knowledge, including languages, religions, and cultural practices, can be traced back to Africa. The Suez Canal, and other man-made and natural landmarks, do not separate Africa and Asia, but are integral parts of the same continent. The concept of time, calendars, the wheel, and even the oldest universities and churches have their roots in Ethiopia and other parts of Africa.

The evidence suggests that human civilizations have their origins in Africa, specifically in Ethiopia. Ancestry and genealogy are irrefutable in confirming the genetic and cultural ties to this region. All humans, regardless of current location or race, have African roots, and the myth of a 'Middle East' is a construct used to mislead.