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Viewing the past through the eyes of people who lived it. I do much deeper dives on my Youtube channel

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Was Sparta the Disneyland of the Ancient World? How much do we really know about Sparta? And how much of what we think we know was carefully crafted? Find out in my latest video:
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Sparta was The Disneyland of the Ancient World

Do we really know Sparta? The truth might surprise you. Dive into an enlightening exploration where we dissect the complex tapestry of Sparta's history, a na...

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@historyinmemes vroom vroom
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Saturday Morning Energy, let's make some trouble today
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Think witches were burned at the stake throughout the Middle Ages? Think again! Let's debunk, rebunk, then debunk some myths all over again, and dive deep into the murky waters of medieval witchcraft!🧵
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Charlemagne's ancient throne in Aachen. Used from his reign from 768-814 AD, until 1531, it bore witness to the coronation of 31 German Kings. A symbol of continuity and power.
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@archi_tradition For me, it's the Pantheon. Still standing after almost 2,000 years, and has the world's largest, unreinforced Dome. Great stuff!
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The Medieval Byzantines had an early form of pastrami. So, could we make a Reuben in Medieval Constantinople? Imagine wandering the bustling markets of Constantinople, and amidst the myriad stalls, you chance upon a fusion of classic and future: The Byzantine Reuben. The Bread:
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@BassieHuma Everybody had so many plans for the new decade
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@Rainmaker1973 Wow! Reminds me of this slice of England's iconic A303 road shows how it changed over thousands of years
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@gunsnrosesgirl3 f) Worcestershire sauce
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@archeohistories It's fascinating to consider the immense wealth of knowledge stored within the walls of the Ark of Bukhara, especially during an age where manuscripts and texts were meticulously hand-crafted. The very idea that Ibn Sina, one of the most erudite minds of his time, was left in
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@buitengebieden I'm a submarine!
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9000 year old cave painting in Tassili cave Algeria Depicting The bee-faced mushroom shaman during psychedelic mushroom use
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Let's talk about Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy, France. It's not just a castle, but an entire medieval city built on a rocky island. It's one of the most iconic landmarks in France and has a fascinating history. Floating on the horizon like a mirage, Mont Saint-Michel in
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@morg_alexx ... So uh... How's school, buddy? ...
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An almost perfectly preserved 3,000-year-old bronze sword was recently discovered in the southern Bavarian town of Nördlingen in Germany #FindsFriday
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@historyinmemes The staircase leading to the Temple of Hathor indeed presents an intriguing enigma. The apparent 'melting' of granite stones is a phenomenon that stirs both our imagination and desire for scientific understanding. While the exact cause remains unknown, it's essential to consider
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@fakehistoryhunt @bizlet7 @TimONeill007 Doesn't Judas have to point out to the guards who Jesus is in a crowd? If he was blonde and tall with blue eyes, he could have just said so. Implies to me that Jesus looked like a typical person at the time
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@MrSilversmith I like cats a lot, but they lick their own butts. Would never share food with them
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@archeohistories Fun book, they definitely had a different taste "palette" than we do! Here are some of the dishes outlined in it: Patina Versatilis Vice Dulcis: A savory "cheesecake" made with pepper, honey, broth, soaked bread, eggs, and a little oil. The ingredients are mixed, placed into a
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@psframes Very great example of how much the choice frame matters! It was very clever to spot how much better the second choice is
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@pk_kenzie Like how Timothy Olyphant learned one new expression for every season of Deadwood. First he could be calm, then he learned to be mad by season 2, then he could also be sad in season 3
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@romanhistory1 Fascinating! It's little glimpses like this that humanize such iconic figures. Cleopatra's "ginesthoi" is akin to a modern CEO's "approved" stamp. Also worth noting, Cleopatra was one of the few Ptolemaic rulers who actually bothered to learn the Egyptian language, which speaks
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In the Middle Ages, books were so valuable, that Libraries started chaining books to the shelves to prevent theft. What's super fun is that Librarians in the Middle Ages also often invoked curses to keep books from being stolen. Once such curse written into the books was:
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@Rainmaker1973 A million caught seems good to me. Keep going, please
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@historyinmemes Concrete so good, that some of their aqueducts are still in use! Here's on in Segovia, Spain:
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@historyinmemes Halo of course
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The city of London is still paying rent of a sharp axe, a billhook, 6 horseshoes, and 61 nails to the King on an unknown property leased in 1211. No one knows where these two pieces of land are located anymore, but for hundreds of years the city has been paying rent on them
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@ActualAurochs Simple as
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@archi_tradition I love Athens, but it's gotta be Florence for me. So much amazing art and architecture. Overwhelming and gorgeous!
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@archeohistories Isn't it amazing how the Garni Temple, built in the 1st century AD, miraculously survived the destruction of pagan temples following Armenia's conversion to Christianity in the 4th century? It's believed to have been spared due to its use as a summer residence for
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@UpdatingOnRome Got 'em!
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@reddit_lies When I was in middle school around the year 2001, they told us that Miami would be under water by 2020. They really like to say doom is coming in 20 years
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The tale of Tristan and Isolde, a tragic romance rooted in Celtic folklore, was an immensely popular story in the Middle Ages. Its influence permeated into literature, music, and art, reflecting the evolving notions of love, passion, and duty in medieval society. A thread: 🧵
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@Eyesofgod__ Beautiful! Vernon started studying art at 11 years old, under the great Bouguereau (My personal favorite) and it shows! He's great at using soft colors and details. Here is the full painting:
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@archeohistories Indeed, Ramesses III faced an assassination, likely part of the 'Harem Conspiracy' led by Queen Tiye to put her son, Pantawer, on the throne. Recent CT scans confirmed Ramesses III's throat was slit. DNA analysis linked the 'Screaming Man' mummy, unusually mummified and
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The Mausoleum of Costanza (Mausoleo di Santa Costanza) Located in Rome but often overshadowed by more famous landmarks like the Colosseum or the Pantheon, the Mausoleum of Costanza is a hidden gem that many tourists overlook. Originally built in the 4th century AD as a mausoleum
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@archi_tradition Florence! The architecture and the art is unbelievable
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'Spring' fresco from the Villa Arianna, Stabiae, one of the best-known and iconic Roman frescoes
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A long double-edged sword with a silver inlaid hilt, found in the Iron Age cemetery of Pappilanmäki in Eura, Finland. 1100-1250 CE, now housed at the National Museum of Finland
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@archeohistories What was it like to walk around those streets and experience life there? Here is an image of a food stand that people would go to. Look at the detail of those paintings
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@OptimoPrincipi Check out one of the Roman shields they found there, though 🤯
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Norway's Stave Churches, dating back to the medieval era, are architectural wonders. Built entirely of wood, with intricate Norse carvings, they merge Viking craftsmanship with Medieval religion and are among the few remaining symbols of old Norse religious sites
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@archeohistories Super cool! Here it is all cleaned up:
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@archeohistories Remarkable! The Stadium of Aphrodisias stands as a testament to the architectural prowess of the ancient Hellenistic world. Its massive size is even more impressive when one considers the engineering challenges of the 1st Century CE. The capacity alone, accommodating 30,000
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@OrphicCapital It really is a great line
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@HOUSEPORN___ Gorgeous, reminds me of this:
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@UpdatingOnRome A classic Polybius tale!
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@HOUSEPORN___ Love high ceilings!
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The Pantheon in Rome, built in 125 AD, remains a marvel of ancient engineering. Originally a temple to all gods, its iconic dome, the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome, has stood for nearly two millennia, testifying to the enduring genius of Roman architecture
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@Architectolder Love is the answer
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The second in a three part video series exploring the singular origin of Perseus and Moses. Here, we analyze the Historical, Archaeological, and Cultural backgrounds between the two Perseus and Moses were the same person! (Part 2) via @YouTube
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Perseus and Moses share a large number of similarities between them, from their childhoods to their quests. In the second of this three part series, we will ...

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@archeohistories They were just able to X-Ray it in July. Here is a picture of it, and some quotes from one of the researchers: The study revealed that the sword, with an 88 cm long and 4.6 cm wide blade, was probably used in combat, as the X-ray examination showed that it was bent. “The sword
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2000 year-old sapphire ring, likely Roman Emperor Caligula's, believed to depict his fourth wife, Caesonia. Her origins remain a mystery, but Caligula's infatuation with her was legendary. He'd often flaunt her beauty to the court, showcasing their intense bond
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@_evFM It's truly amazing how much WW1 changed in society and culturally. And how much we take for granted as the "default" social view now just wasn't a thing at all before the war
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@archeohistories Love this site in particular! It has reshaped our understanding of early human migration patterns. The Dmanisi Skull is particularly fascinating because of its combination of ancient and modern traits. While the cranium is small (similar to earlier African fossils), the face,
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@KingsGenerals @LordsManor Have you seen the Manor Lords subreddit? People are asking for a ridiculous amount of features/AI behavior. I'm sure it's going to be a fun game, but the expectations for the last year or so have been out of control
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Built in the 6th century during Emperor Justinian I's reign, the dome of Hagia Sophia revolutionized the world of architecture. Its ambitious design and the techniques employed were far ahead of its time, and it remains a testament to the ingenuity of Byzantine architects.
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@SparrowEnjoyer Reddit is full of weenies
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@archaeologyart Filippo Negroli was one of the greatest armor designers of all time. Exquisite detail, creative designs, and exceptional quality of materials. Unlike many armorers of the period, Negroli was famed for his elaborate embossed and etched works, transforming functional military
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@archeohistories Masada is a powerful symbol of resilience and resistance. The plateau's natural defenses were fortified with massive walls, gates, and towers, making it a daunting challenge even for the formidable Roman legions. One of the most captivating stories associated with Masada is
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@gunsnrosesgirl3 He is literally me
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The Heroic Defiance of Numantia: The story of Ancient Numantia and its indomitable inhabitants, the Numantines, is one of resilience, defiance, and heroism in the face of the expansive Roman Empire. Let's dive deeper into their history. 🧵
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@Rainmaker1973 Ildefons Cerda's Eixample plan for Barcelona really was revolutionary, blending urban planning with social vision. He prioritized sunlight, ventilation, and green spaces to combat the health issues of the time. Interestingly, Cerda also coined the term 'urbanization,' and his
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@Architectolder Me and the boys on friday night
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@qikipedia So far he has over 93,400 photos on wikipedia!
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@archeohistories The excavation is going well! Cool article
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@fasc1nate Worcestershire Sauce
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@gunsnrosesgirl3 Elephants are so fascinating. It's interesting how complex their social hierarchies are, and how deep their emotional capacity is. But my favorite aspect about them is that they can communicate over long distances (up to several kilometers) using infrasound — a low-frequency
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One of the Worst Disasters in Byzantine History: The Sack of Thessalonica, 1185 #OTD , over eight centuries ago, the Byzantine Empire faced one of its most devastating setbacks. Thessalonica, the second-largest city in the empire, known for its thriving arts, culture, and
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@archeohistories hmm, have to share this article from @fakehistoryhunt
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NOT medieval women poisoning their husbands

This story has been quite popular on social media for a while now but is there any truth to it?Here is the claim with the picture most often accompanying it: For starters the story makes little sen…

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Excuses from a 3,250-year-old tablet in ancient Egypt where workers' "reasons for not coming to work" are written: "His mother is being mummified." "Brewing beer." "Bitten by a scorpion." "His eyes are hurting."
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@lionslavellan Who is Baldur and why is it important that he is gay?
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This Roman mosaic is the oldest object in Britain to tell a complete story. It was made for the bath complex at Low Ham Roman villa in about AD 350. It records the tragic love story of Dido and Aeneas in five narrative panels. #MosaicMonday
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@archeohistories I love olive trees, and the Olive Tree of Vouves in Crete, is indeed remarkable and considered one of the world's oldest olive trees. It's fascinating, however, to delve into its history and age. Despite the best efforts of scientists, the exact age of this majestic tree
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@ChivalryGuild People simultaneously say Christianity is pacifist, then condemn it for the Crusades in the next breath
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@viewsoff_ New York has so much energy!
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@archaeologyart Ancient Egyptian Hippos are so cool. Here are another two from the same period! These were molded in faience, a ceramic material made of ground quartz.
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@Rainmaker1973 Rally is the coolest form of racing, especially Group B Rally
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The Cologne cage cup at the Romano-Germanic Museum in Cologne. Its Greek letters read: Drink, live well forever. This is somewhat puzzling to archaeologists, as the rest of the grave goods found in the same grave were very mundane.
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@ArchitectureTud It's such an excellent example of medieval monastic architecture. Legend has it that the cloister is haunted by the ghost of a monk who tragically fell in love Definitely a must-visit
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@gunsnrosesgirl3 Other than their iconic movement style, they has communicate with unique calls (sounds like a sharp "shi-FAK!") They also have very intricate social structures. Little cute society dudes.
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@cartographer_s Thomas Hill was so incredible at depicting majestic landscapes. Here is Sugar Loaf Peak, from 1865
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#OTD The Fall of Rome: A Turning Point in History In the annals of history, few dates stand as emblematic as September 4, 476 AD. This year witnessed the symbolic end of the mighty Western Roman Empire when a young emperor named Romulus Augustulus was deposed by Odoacer, a
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Dr Irving Finkel holding a 3770-year-old tablet, that tells the story of the god Enki speaking to the Sumerian king Atram-Hasis (and early version of the Noah figure) and giving him instructions on how to build an ark which is described as a round 220 ft diameter coracle
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@JamesLucasIT And a beautiful view of the bay when you are in the station!
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@Culture_Crit Yes.
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@Eyesofgod__ It's truly amazing what Corradini could do with marble
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A Hellenistic Greek mosaic depicting the god Dionysos as a winged daimon riding on a tiger, from the House of Dionysos at Delos in the South Aegean region of Greece, late 2nd century BC, Archaeological Museum of Delos #MosaicMonday
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#OTD in 490 BC, the iconic Battle of Marathon took place. While the Athenians' victory was monumental, it's the legendary run by Pheidippides that gave us the marathon race. Ever thought of running 26.2 miles? Thank the ancient Greeks!
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A large Roman mosaic depicting a lion found in Salakta, Tunisia. 3rd century CE, now on display at Salakta archeological museum #MosaicMonday
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A Roman temple-theater complex rediscovered by chance by a pilot after a brush fire in 2000 in Monte San Nicola, Italy. Located on a tip of a mountain (about 450m above sea level), the complex dates back to the 1st century BC
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In medieval times, beekeepers wore wicker masks as protection against stings. These conical coverings, reminiscent of woven baskets, shielded their faces while they tended to bees in skeps
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Did you know that during the Middle Ages, animals could be put on trial for crimes? In the Middle Ages, it was not unheard of for animals to be put on trial for crimes. From pigs and cows to rats and insects, various creatures were accused of causing harm or misfortune, and they
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@DothTheDoth Wait, where is the baby?
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@NoTrueScotist Really a defining moment in preserving the Christian identity of Europe, its significance in the trajectory of Western civilization cannot be over-stated. Did you know that despite its historic importance, the exact location of the Battle of Tours remains a subject of debate
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@archeohistories It really is fascinating that the Aztecs crafted something as chilling as the Death Whistles. These weren’t just your average instruments; they were also pieces of art. Now, considering how the Aztecs revered sound and its spiritual vibrations, it's probable that these spooky
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