An Iron Age II snake cult in the Oman peninsula: evidence from Bithnah (Emirate of Fujairah)

The article discusses an Iron Age II snake cult in the Oman Peninsula, focusing on the site of (Bithnah-44/50) in the Emirate of Fujairah. Excavations revealed a complex religious site with a public building, various shrines, and a central offerings area. Snake representations were found on pottery and other artifacts, suggesting the importance of snake worship in the region. The site’s evolution and different phases of construction are described, highlighting the changing nature of religious practices over time.