MJ Thomas Wrote:
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> Does this mean you have ruled out any necessity
> for a lubricant such as mortar or animal fat?
>

After reading M&R again, I ruled out mortar, anyway. I'm not sure even water was necessary, because it would have made the slope treacherous for the workers.

I vote nothing, but they certainly had the option available if they needed it.

Anthony

You can lead a horse to water but you can't make him think.