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“Sycamore trees were held to be sacred in ancient Egypt and are the first trees represented in ancient art. The sycamore, also, was sacred. Peasants gather around them in rituals. In the Land of the Dead there was a sycamore in whose branches the goddess Hathor lived; she leaned out of it giving sustenance and water to deceased souls. In Memphis, Hathor's epithet was Lady of the Sycamore.”

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Larry Gates
Larry Gates

Larry Gates, an American actor, was born on September 24, 1915, and passed away on December 12, 1996. He had a rich acting career in film and television, known for his unique acting style and diverse roles. more

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