Evidence of Roman Soldiers' Pig Sacrifice Identified in Israel - Archaeology Magazine

Evidence of Roman Soldiers' Pig Sacrifice Identified in Israel - Archaeology Magazine

Pit containing pig mandibles, maxillae, and teeth, Legio, Israel TEL MEGIDDO, ISRAEL—According to the Greek Reporter, mysterious pig remains buried at the site of Legio near Tel Megiddo are evidence of funerary rituals performed by Roman soldiers. Legio was the base of operations for more than 5,000 Roman soldiers for a period of nearly 180 years, from approximately a.d. 117 to 300. During recent excavations at the site, archaeologists discovere…