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This informative piece explores the various time lines used in historical and archaeological contexts. It breaks down terms such as BC (Before Christ), AD (Anno Domini), CE (Common Era), and BCE (Before Common Era), explaining their significance in dating events. Additionally, it covers geological time frames like MYA (Millions of Years Ago) and kYA (Thousands of Years Ago) as well as BP (Before Present). The content aims to clarify how these systems intersect and their relevance to both history and modern archaeology.
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Time Lines • CHRISTIAN CALENDAR • BC = Before Christ • AD = Anno Domini ( In the Year of our Lord) • MODERN ARCHAEOLOGY • CE = Common Era (=AD) • BCE = Before Common Era (=BC) • MYA = Millions of Years Ago • kYA = Thousands of Years Ago • BP = Before the Present