Archaeologists excavating in the ancient city of Laodicea recently unearthed a statue of Athena in the West Theater. The white marble statue stands about 6.5 feet (2 m) tall, and is missing its head and hands. Based on an analysis of the style of the sculpture, scholars believe it was carved during the reign of Emperor Augustus (27 BC to AD 14). Athena is depicted wearing a sleeveless peplos, with a cloak draped around her neck, and an aegis on her chest, featuring the head of Medusa. In addition to being the goddess of war, Athena was also regarded as the patron of weaving, which was a lucrative industry at Laodicea. In the book of Revelation, the apostle John delivers a letter to the church at Laodicea, condemning them for being lukewarm. In 3:17, Jesus says to them, “You say, 'I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.' But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked” (NIV).
Source: https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/archaeologists-discover-giant-marble-athena-statue-in-ancient-laodikeia-in-turkiye-3218661?s=1
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