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Death and Burial: In the Light of the Graves Recovered from the Ancient City of Idyma - Akyaka Castle and its Surroundings (Muğla, Turkey)
Abstract
In this article, we delve into the intricate cultural perceptions of "death" through the lens of the ancient city of Idyma, nestled within the Ancient Caria Region and tracing its origins back to the 7th century BC. The diverse ways in which different societies have historically approached the concept of death find symbolic expression in their burial traditions, a poignant reflection of their reverence and devotion to the departed. Our study sets out to analyze the burial practices of the denizens of the ancient city of Idyma, shedding light on their unique perspectives on mortality in a comprehensive historical and cultural context. The focal point of our investigation comprises the unearthed Graves within and surrounding the Idyma-Akyaka Castle area, all dating from the Hellenistic Period to the Byzantine Period, excavated during the 2020-2021 season. Unveiling the burial traditions entails a comprehensive anthropological assessment encompassing grave typologies, chronological categorization, distinct burial methods, architectural nuances of the Graves, and the demographic distribution of these resting places. Simultaneously, gleaned insights from these burial sites concerning funeral customs offer glimpses into the social status and economic strata of the individuals interred within. We anticipate that this research will pave the way for renewed archaeological and anthropological endeavors centered on the captivating domain of the Idyma Ancient City. As these findings accrue, we aspire for them to enrich the existing corpus of knowledge concerning the historical and cultural tapestry of Idyma, thereby augmenting our understanding of the broader Carian Region.
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Thanks
We sincerely thank Muğla Archaeology Museum for their permission and support during this study. Special thanks to Prof. Abdulkadir BARAN, Head of the 2020-2021 Excavation Seasons at the Ancient City of Idyma. Our gratitude also goes to the Idyma Excavation Team for their efforts. We appreciate Istanbul University, Department of Anthropology for lab access. Our sincere thanks to Archaeologist Mehmet KAYA for his support throughout our study. Additionally, we fondly remember Arif Küçükçoban, who provided invaluable guidance during our fieldwork and whom we recently lost.
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Anthropology (Other)
Journal Section
Research Article
Publication Date
January 16, 2024
Submission Date
August 30, 2023
Acceptance Date
September 21, 2023
Published in Issue
Year 2023 Number: 3
APA
Demir, A. Y., Atakişi, A., & Köroğlu, T. (2024). Death and Burial: In the Light of the Graves Recovered from the Ancient City of Idyma - Akyaka Castle and its Surroundings (Muğla, Turkey). Istanbul Anthropological Review, 3, 49-78. https://doi.org/10.26650/IAR2023-1352546
AMA
1.Demir AY, Atakişi A, Köroğlu T. Death and Burial: In the Light of the Graves Recovered from the Ancient City of Idyma - Akyaka Castle and its Surroundings (Muğla, Turkey). IAR. 2024;(3):49-78. doi:10.26650/IAR2023-1352546
Chicago
Demir, Ayşe Yeşim, Açelya Atakişi, and Tolga Köroğlu. 2024. “Death and Burial: In the Light of the Graves Recovered from the Ancient City of Idyma - Akyaka Castle and Its Surroundings (Muğla, Turkey)”. Istanbul Anthropological Review, nos. 3: 49-78. https://doi.org/10.26650/IAR2023-1352546.
EndNote
Demir AY, Atakişi A, Köroğlu T (January 1, 2024) Death and Burial: In the Light of the Graves Recovered from the Ancient City of Idyma - Akyaka Castle and its Surroundings (Muğla, Turkey). Istanbul Anthropological Review 3 49–78.
IEEE
[1]A. Y. Demir, A. Atakişi, and T. Köroğlu, “Death and Burial: In the Light of the Graves Recovered from the Ancient City of Idyma - Akyaka Castle and its Surroundings (Muğla, Turkey)”, IAR, no. 3, pp. 49–78, Jan. 2024, doi: 10.26650/IAR2023-1352546.
ISNAD
Demir, Ayşe Yeşim - Atakişi, Açelya - Köroğlu, Tolga. “Death and Burial: In the Light of the Graves Recovered from the Ancient City of Idyma - Akyaka Castle and Its Surroundings (Muğla, Turkey)”. Istanbul Anthropological Review. 3 (January 1, 2024): 49-78. https://doi.org/10.26650/IAR2023-1352546.
JAMA
1.Demir AY, Atakişi A, Köroğlu T. Death and Burial: In the Light of the Graves Recovered from the Ancient City of Idyma - Akyaka Castle and its Surroundings (Muğla, Turkey). IAR. 2024;:49–78.
MLA
Demir, Ayşe Yeşim, et al. “Death and Burial: In the Light of the Graves Recovered from the Ancient City of Idyma - Akyaka Castle and Its Surroundings (Muğla, Turkey)”. Istanbul Anthropological Review, no. 3, Jan. 2024, pp. 49-78, doi:10.26650/IAR2023-1352546.
Vancouver
1.Ayşe Yeşim Demir, Açelya Atakişi, Tolga Köroğlu. Death and Burial: In the Light of the Graves Recovered from the Ancient City of Idyma - Akyaka Castle and its Surroundings (Muğla, Turkey). IAR. 2024 Jan. 1;(3):49-78. doi:10.26650/IAR2023-1352546