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How old is kissing?

Published in Social History 1 min read

Kissing, as a recognized practice, is at least 4500 years old.

Evidence of Ancient Kissing

Recent research from May 2023, analyzing texts from ancient Mesopotamia, reveals that kissing was not a new behavior but a well-established practice among people of that time. These texts provide evidence that kissing was a common social custom, suggesting it had already been practiced for a significant period by then.

Summary of Kissing's Age

Time Period Evidence Approximate Age
Around 2500 BCE Texts from ancient Mesopotamia indicate kissing was a well-established practice At least 4500 years

While it's difficult to pinpoint the exact moment kissing originated, these findings push back the timeline of the behavior substantially. This indicates that kissing has been a part of human social interactions for at least 4500 years, and very likely even longer.