OKAY, HERE’S THE STORY

Set the scene.

Part of an ancient anchor found in Qawra Bay bears the names Isis and Sarapis.

Here’s the twist.

Heritage Malta dates it to around AD 60. The two deities connect Egyptian and Greek religious traditions.

Why it still matters.

Look beyond the heavy metal: even practical sailing equipment can carry religious meaning.

🧠 One to think about +

What does this story change about the way you see Malta today? Pick one detail you’d tell a friend — then check its source below.