👉 Hecatontarchy is a concept in archaeology that refers to the large number of human bones found within gravesite walls, often associated with burial rituals or tombs. The word "hecatontarchy" comes from the Greek word "hekatos", meaning "large," and "anthropona," meaning "to bury." This term is used in the context of analyzing the size and composition of human remains at grave sites to understand their cultural, social, and religious significance.
