Archeology
The Ark of the Covenant – a journey full of mysteries
The Ark of the Covenant, or Ark, is one of the most compelling mysteries of human civilization. Well documented in the Bible and other significant historical books, it has played a major role in numerous cultures, dating back to the time of ancient Egypt. Let’s explore the Ark further and follow its journey through time! The Ark of the Covenant and the Holy Scriptures The Bible refers to the Ark of the Covenant, the power of God, many times and provides vivid images of certain phenomena associated with it. It was described as having a whirlwind of fire or clouds above it and it is assumed that the power of…
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The oldest known Mayan monument – a map of the Universe?
The oldest known Mayan monument – a map of the Universe?
An entire monument, a monumental complex built by the Maya some 3,000 years ago, was modeled after a map of the cosmos, new field research has revealed. A detailed analysis of the Aguada Fénix site reveals that not only was this monument significantly larger than initial studies suggested – arranged in the shape of a cross with axes of 9 and 7.5 kilometers (5.6 and 4.7 miles) – but it was also designed as a cosmogram, an architecture symbolizing the cosmos. What is even more remarkable about this structure is that the site contains no elements of social inequality, such as elite residences or sculptures of rulers. This strongly implies…
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The Ark of the Covenant – a journey full of mysteries
