Misterul textului grecesc de pe o placă de marmură din pridvorul Mănăstirii Dragomirna. Vechi de 2000 de ani • Newsweek România

A 2,000-year-old marble slab with a Greek inscription honoring an architect from Byzantion is embedded in the Dragomirna Monastery's porch. Researchers are puzzled about its origin and the city that issued the decree. The text, which is partially damaged, details the achievements of Epikrates, who was recognized for his contributions to the city. Scholars debate whether the slab originated from Histria or Olbia, with various dating estimates ranging from the 3rd to the 2nd century BC. The inscription highlights the significance of proxenia, a form of honorary citizenship, and mentions the architect's role in overseeing city walls during conflicts. The slab remains a subject of interest for historians and archaeologists.