The Ancient Tradition Turtle Island
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Apr 2, 2024 Explore the symbolism of the primordial hill in ancient texts, the significance of anointing with holy oil, Christ's suffering in Gethsemane, sacred ant hills in Hindu culture, and the creation myth of Turtle Island by Woodland tribes.
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Significance of Primordial Hill Replicas
- The ancient Egyptians dedicated immense resources to constructing pyramids, stylized replicas of the primordial hill.
- This dedication underscores the hill's profound significance within their belief system.
Primordial Hill in Different Cultures
- Pyramid Text 600 and the Sumerian text "The Debate Between Grain and Sheep" both describe a primordial hill emerging from primordial waters.
- This shared motif suggests a common cosmological understanding across cultures.
Birth of Gods on Primordial Hill
- Both the Egyptian and Sumerian texts link the primordial hill to the birth of gods.
- Amun gives birth to other gods on the Benben, while Anu spawns the Anuna gods on the Duku.