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Sabaean
/ səˈbiːən /
noun
- an inhabitant or native of ancient Saba
- the ancient Semitic language of Saba
adjective
- of or relating to ancient Saba, its inhabitants, or their language
Word History and Origins
Origin of Sabaean1
Example Sentences
The Sabaean dynasty later succumbed to challenges from other kingdoms and the Great Dam gave away in the 6th century A.D.
There is not much left to see of the ancient capital of the kingdom of Sheba: a few columns of rammed clay, a few Sabaean inscriptions that can be made out on the stones of the buildings.
Daily Saudi air strikes do not differentiate between military, civilian or archaeological targets and they have caused severe damage to the ancient Sabaean city of Sirwah, situated between the Yemeni highlands to the west and the vast empty quarter to the east.
In the middle stood – and stand – the two longest and most important Sabaean inscriptions so far found in Yemen.
The ruins of Sirwah are just as impressive as those of the more accessible and celebrated Sabaean city of Marib, just 30 miles to the east.
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