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“Whether Hindus or Greeks, Egyptians or Japanese, Chinese, Sumerians, or ancient Americans -- or even Romans, the most "modern" among people of antiquity -- they all placed the Golden Age, the Age of Truth, the rule of Kronos or of Ra or of any other gods on earth -- the glorious beginning of the slow, downward unfurling of history, whatever name it be given -- far behind them in the past.”

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Book:The Lightning and the Sun
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The Lightning and the Sun

This book delves into the scientific aspects of lightning and the sun's impact on our planet, offering insights into their roles in the natural world. more

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Savitri Devi
Savitri Devi

Savitri Devi was an Indian activist born on September 30, 1905, and died on October 22, 1982. She is known for her strong nationalist stance and contributions to the Indian independence movement. more

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