Harappan
Gustavo Ledesma
Language
- In contrast to cuneiform & hieroglyphics Harappan Language is impossible to decipher.
- Found on stamps and seals
- About 400 symbols
Culture
- Few weapons of warfare ,conflict was limited
- Artifacts such as clay and wooden children toys
- Some seals portray beasts with several different animal parts
- Social division in the society was not good
Religion
- Rulers believed to have close ties to religion
- Archaeologist thin culture was a Theocracy
- Priest likely prayed for good harvest and safety for floods
- No site of a temple
Trade
- Conducted a thriving trade with people in the region
- Gold & Silver came from North Afghanistan
- Excellent means of transportation
- Brightly colored cotton was a desirable trade item
- Indus river provided link with sea