The Ancient Tradition Ala-al-Din, Rukh & Makkah
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May 16, 2024 Explore the symbolism of Noah's Ark, the cosmic egg, and hanging ostrich eggs in religious buildings. Delve into the evolution of legends tied to eggs and the Arabian folktale of Aladdin. Uncover the mythical battle of Apollo with the serpent Python and the sacred rituals at the Kaaba in Mecca.
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Egg Symbolism and Sacred Architecture
- Ostrich eggs hung above altars signify the holy of holies, mirroring Noah's Ark as a cosmic egg.
- Cathedrals often echo ancient Israelite temple architecture, suggesting a common source for religious practices.
Hanging Eggs: A Universal Practice
- William Lethaby's book reveals the widespread use of hanging eggs in churches, mosques, and tombs across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- This practice connects to the ancient Egyptian myth of Gengen-Wer, the goose who laid the cosmic egg.
Easter Eggs and Resurrection
- The cosmic egg symbolizes both the birth of life and resurrection, linking it to Easter celebrations.
- Easter eggs are rooted in the ancient tradition of the cosmic egg, not a modern commercial invention.