Beyond its architectural wonders, the Axumite Empire gifted Ethiopia with a rich cultural heritage, with one of its most enduring contributions being the divine musical system of Saint Yared. Revered as the father of Ethiopian liturgy, Yared's hymns were so powerful that they drew the royal court, priests, and nobles to the church, where they would spend hours captivated by his sacred music. For Yared, church music transcended human creation—it was of divine origin. He seamlessly blended spiritual chanting with Shibsheba, a unique form of dance and song. This sacred fusion, unlike any other in the world, remains a central part of Ethiopian Orthodox worship, where priests, adorned in snow-white ceremonial robes, perform with instruments like the Kabaro (drum) and Tsanatsil (sistra). Visitors to Axum can explore the Pillars of Yared, two ancient Axumite stones located near the Daero Ella fig tree, on the path to the Stelae Park. These pillars, believed to be remnants of royal thrones, hold special significance during religious festivals, especially when the Ark of the Covenant is carried in procession around the cathedral precinct. This spiritual route offers a chance to witness the profound legacy of Saint Yared, whose music still echoes through the heart of Ethiopia.