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Worlds in collision
Book • 1950
Immanuel Velikovsky's "Worlds in Collision" is a controversial book proposing a radical revision of ancient history based on reinterpretations of mythological and historical texts.
The book suggests that catastrophic celestial events, involving close encounters between planets, significantly impacted Earth's history and influenced ancient cultures.
Velikovsky's ideas were met with strong criticism from the scientific community due to their lack of empirical evidence and inconsistencies with established scientific knowledge.
Despite the scientific rejection, the book sparked public interest and debate, raising questions about the relationship between science, mythology, and history.
It remains a significant example of a work that challenged conventional scientific understanding, albeit without sufficient scientific support.
The book suggests that catastrophic celestial events, involving close encounters between planets, significantly impacted Earth's history and influenced ancient cultures.
Velikovsky's ideas were met with strong criticism from the scientific community due to their lack of empirical evidence and inconsistencies with established scientific knowledge.
Despite the scientific rejection, the book sparked public interest and debate, raising questions about the relationship between science, mythology, and history.
It remains a significant example of a work that challenged conventional scientific understanding, albeit without sufficient scientific support.
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R.C. Sproul
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Anders Sandberg
Visiting Sweden’s Superfuturist w/ Dr Anders Sandberg
