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Introduction The theory that the neo-Aramaic term ‘Suraye’ comes from the Akkadian term ‘Ashuraye’ and is therefore synonymous, is a common theory to convince that Christians in the Middle East, often known as ‘Suraye’ (Syriac), are the ethnic descendants from the ancient Assyrians. We deliberately describe this as a ‘theory’, because this has in […]
Introduction Assyrian nationalism[1] is a phenomenon that started in the second half of the 19th century and has seen a great advance during the 20th century. This nationalist movement has been the result of an aspiration for a national consciousness for the Christians in the Middle East. However, the re-use of the name Assyrians […]
The Chaldean flag is a design of the 20th century, like the flags of other Christian groups from the Middle East. However, its design is based on symbols that represent an age-old history. The first designs have been made since 1985 by Amer Fatuhi, Chaldean artist and historian. The last and final design by Amer […]