Symbolism of the Sacred Center in Ancient Cultures

The chapter delves into the significance of symbols representing the sacred center in ancient cultures, discussing how they migrated across civilizations and continents. It focuses on symbols like the circumpunct and the eight-pointed star, exploring their meanings in ancient Egyptian, Mayan, Aztec, Hindu, Buddhist, and Jainist beliefs. The chapter emphasizes the symbolic role of these sacred center symbols in representing creation, kingship, and cosmic order in various religious traditions.