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• Alzoubi, Mahdi
• Al Qudrah, Hussein

This research aims at shedding light on the Nabataean practices for tombs dated from the early first century B.C. until the beginning of the second century C.E.. The research studies the different archaeological evidences that contain indications concerning the Nabataean habits pertinent to tombs and dead body protection. The author analyzes the different symbols engraved on the tomb facades seeking to reach a better understanding for the function of these symbols in protecting tombs from any violation. Moreover, the paper examines the protection clauses existing in the Nabataean funeral inscriptions and the role played by religious and civil authorities in this regard.

• History and Archaeology

• Archaeology and history
• Burial

Nabateans, funeral practices, Nabataean tombs, tombs protection, Funeral Inscriptions, tombs symbols

Corresponding author: Mahdi Alzoubi (mahdi@hu.edu.jo)

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