Armenia Quote by Marco Polo
“To the north of Armenia lies Zorzania Georgia, near the confines of which there is a fountain of oil which discharges so great a quantity as to furnish loading for many camels. The use made of it is not for the purpose of food, but as an unguent for the cure of cutaneous distempers in men and cattle, as well as other complaints, and it is also good for burning. In the surrounding country no other oil is used in their lamps, and people come from distant parts to procure it.”
About This Quote
Source Travelogue: The Travels of Marco Polo, 13th century
An oil spring in Zorzania Georgia was prized for medicinal and fuel uses, attracting traders from afar.
In simple terms: Oil was used for medicine, lamps, and trade.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the value of natural resources.
Themes
trade
medicine
energy
culture
economics
Mood
curious
informative
Type
historical
anthropological
When to use this quote
- healing skin ailments
- lighting homes
- fueling lamps
- export trade
Key Concepts
resource extraction
regional commerce
traditional medicine
Questions to Reflect On
- How did such resources shape local economies?
- What modern parallels exist?
A Different Perspective
Limited historical verification; possible exaggeration.
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