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Ancient Sling Bullet with 'Learn' Inscription Discovered in Israel

4/5/2026

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A 2,100-year-old sling bullet inscribed with Greek word "Learn" was found at Hippos, Israel.
It lies in a necropolis along a road and bears the first inscription found on a sling bullet.
Michael Eisenberg from the University of Haifa says the inscription reflects humor aimed at enemy forces during a siege.
The find adds to Hippos discoveries, including a 1,600-year-old Christian care center.

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A 2,100-year-old sling bullet inscribed with Greek word "Learn" was found at Hippos, Israel.
It lies in a necropolis along a road and bears the first inscription found on a sling bullet.
Michael Eisenberg from the University of Haifa says the inscription reflects humor aimed at enemy forces during a siege.
The find adds to Hippos discoveries, including a 1,600-year-old Christian care center.