Dried Fruit Compote
Cooking in Ancient Civilizations, Cathy K. Kaufman [Greenwood Press:Westport CT] 2006 (p. 34)

Dates, figs, and grapes and something called candy were offered every day to the gods of Uruk. Softening dried fruits would make them easier to chew, and advantage in an era of primitive dentistry.

1/2 cup dried figs, quartered
1/2 cup dried sour cherries
3/4 cup dried apricots, sliced
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
2 tablespoons date syrup

Water, as needed, to cover the dried fruits.

Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Remove the fruit with a slotted spoon and reserve. Reduce the cooking liquid by boiling to a light syrup. Combine with the poached fruits.