The Minoan Tablet We Still Can’t Solve: Exploring the Phaistos Disc
In October 2025, historian and researcher Stefan Milo released a video titled “The Minoan Tablet We Still Can’t Solve”, diving deep into one of the most mysterious artifacts left behind by the Minoan civilization of the ancient world: the Phaistos Disc.
The Minoans, a powerful Bronze Age civilization, were centered on the island of Crete. The disc itself dates back to the second millennium BCE and is made from fired clay. What makes it extraordinary is its surface: dozens of pictographic signs, stamped in a spiral pattern, representing a script that has remained undeciphered for over a century.
The purpose of the Phaistos Disc has been debated since its discovery. Was it a ceremonial object, a form of early record-keeping, or a kind of message? Scholars have proposed countless theories, but no interpretation has gained universal acceptance. In Stefan Milo’s video, one expert presents a bold claim about what the disc may actually mean — a possible key to unlocking a forgotten language of the Minoans.
This artifact is more than just a curiosity. It offers a window into Minoan culture, writing systems, and communication. Each sign represents centuries of knowledge, artistry, and human ingenuity, frozen in clay. While the disc continues to puzzle researchers, it reminds us that even in well-studied ancient civilizations, mysteries remain — waiting for the right mind to uncover their secrets.
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🎥 Watch the video below to explore the Phaistos Disc, the history of the Minoans, and the expert claims about this ancient undeciphered artifact:
