"The University of Pennsylvania Excavations at the Temple of Bel in Nippur" is a unique book written by the eminent archaeologist Hermann Wolfram Hilprecht. In this scholarly study, the author details the archaeological discoveries made during excavations at the Temple of Bel in the ancient city of Nippur. The book contains important data and conclusions about the ancient Near Eastern civilization and its religious customs. Hilprecht describes in detail the finds made in different layers of the temple, analyzes their historical significance and elucidates the relationships between the various artifacts. The author reveals the secrets of the religious ceremonies held in the temple of Bel, tells about the life and faith of the ancient Babylonians. This book is an important source base for studying not only the archeology of the Ancient East, but also the general history of civilizations. It captivates not only professionals, but also a wide range of readers who are interested in the secrets of the past and the religious practices of ancient civilizations."