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Canis Major as depicted on the Manuchihr Globe made in Mashhad 1632-33 AD. Adilnor Collection, Sweden. ( CC BY-SA 4.0 )
Crop of "Canis Major, Lepus, Columba Noachi & Cela Sculptoris", plate 30 in Urania's Mirror. ( Public domain )
Across various civilizations, including the Sumerians and Babylonians, the trajecto of Sirius was obse ed and revered. Its celestial journey inspired a
sense of reverence and awe, leading to its classi cation as a sacred entity. The appearance of Sirius in the night sky was often accompanied by grand
feasts and joyous celebrations, paying homage to its profound in uence and celestial splendor.
The Dog Star Sirius held was unrivalled as the most signi cant celestial body in the ancient Egyptian sky. Indeed, it se ed as the cornerstone of their
entire religious system, with the majority of their deities intricately linked to this luminous star. The Egyptian calendar system, crucial for agricultural
and societal planning, revolved around the heliacal rising of Sirius. This annual event, which took place just before the summer oods of the Nile,
marked a pivotal moment in their lives and shaped their understanding of time and the cycles of nature.
Did Ancient Aliens Impa Advanced Astronomical Knowledge to the Dogon Tribe?
Looking to the Stars of Australian Aboriginal Astronomy
The Chandra X-ray image of Sirius A & B, a double star system located 8.6 light years from Ea h, shows a bright source and a dim source. This is not
visible with the naked eye. ( Smithsonian Institution )
In his book, Temple proposed that the Dogon's awareness of Sirius B, a white dwa companion star to Sirius A, indicated a profound ancient
connection or even extraterrestrial contact. These claims sparked extensive discussions and debates among scholars and researchers, exploring the
origins and extent of the Dogon's astronomical knowledge.
However, it is impo ant to note that these claims have been met with skepticism and criticism by some expe s, who suggest alternative explanations
such as cultural di usion or misinterpretation of Dogon traditions. The Sirius Myste continues to be a subject of interest and controversy, prompting
fu her exploration of the Dogon's fascinating cosmological beliefs and the origins of their alleged knowledge about the Sirius star system.
The Dog Star Sirius as a Source of Knowledge and Power
These days, Sirius continues to hold a signi cant place in religious beliefs and spiritual practices. In various secret societies that persist today, the Dog
Star is considered the core focal point of their teachings and symbolism.
Throughout the course of human civilization, from ancient times to the present day, Sirius has maintained its association with divinity and has been
revered as a profound source of great knowledge and power. The star that shines brightest to us here on Ea h has undeniably carried special
symbolic meaning for humanity throughout histo .
Top image: Sirius, the Dog Star, the dominant star within the Canis Major constellation. Source: i na / Adobe Stock
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