Mystery of Atlantis
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We have known since the time
of the legendary Atlantis. Besides attracting the
interest of archaeologists and explorers, Atlantis also attracted the attention
of panganut new age, ufolog to nazi Germany. Even some people say that the
Atlantis is a super group of descendants of an alien race that has a high-tech. But anyway, how many of you
who've read the book Timaeus and Critias Plato? There is always a debate over
whether Atlantis described by Plato is a fiction or reality. I had no trouble accepting the
theory that Atlantis is a nation that actually exist in history. But it seems I have difficulty
to accept the theory that Atlantis is a land of the gods, the descendants of
alien super race with super high tech, or the adherents of New Age theories
that consider mythical Atlantis as a continent that has a significant role in
human life.
Even Hitler believed that Aryans are the direct descendants of Atlantis that makes this continent he ordered the search.
Even Hitler believed that Aryans are the direct descendants of Atlantis that makes this continent he ordered the search.
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And I did not find any description that indicates that race is a race of super Atlantean descendants of aliens with super high-tech. Technologies and capabilities that Plato described Atlantis is the same on the technology owned by other ancient nations such as Greece, China and Egypt. In fact, in the writings of Plato stated that Atlantis The lost war with Greece (I believe you have not heard about it).
Maybe that makes people think that they are descendants of aliens is because Plato said that the nation comes from the descendants of Atlantis Poseidon, Greek God of the Ocean (this applies to those who believe in the theory that the ancient gods were aliens).
But interestingly, if we examine the stories of the ancient legends of ancient China, Sumer, Egypt, Greece and even Indonesia, we also will find a legend that tells that they are direct descendants of the Gods. So I thought, The Legend of Atlantis is not much different from the legends of other races. (Sorry for the fans of Atlantis)
But there are lots of interesting things can be learned from the story of Atlantis. And for those who do not know, I have included below a brief description of Atlantis.
The pieces I have translated this sentence from the Timaeus and Critias translated English version of Benjamin Jowett. You can also download it yourself by clicking the source link at the end of this paper.
Timaeus and Critias is a book written in the form of dialogue that occurs between the Timaeus, Critias, Hermocrates and Socrates. In the book, the story told by Critias Atlantis who heard the story of his grandfather also named Critias. While Critias (the grandfather) heard it from Solon. And Solon heard from the Egyptian priests.
Timaeus little mention of Atlantis. While Atlantis describes Critias more. However, Critias Plato seems to have resolved by that we only got a piece of the story of Atlantis.But at least enough to take lessons from this remarkable nation.
Location of Atlantis
"This power comes from the Atlantic Ocean. At that time, the Atlantic ocean navigable and there is an island located in front of the straits which you call the pillars of Hercules. Island was larger than Libya and Asia combined, and the pillars are also a entrance to the other islands around it, and from the islands you can get to the whole continent that bordered the Atlantic ocean. Sea is in the pillars of Hercules is just like a port that has a narrow entrance. But sea beyond it is a real sea, and the continent that surrounds the continent may be cited indefinitely. In the region of Atlantis, there is a huge empire that ruled the entire island and surrounding islands as well as some areas in other continents "(Timaeus)
The origins of the Atlantis
"Previously I have talked about the division of territory held for the gods and how they spread throughout the world in different proportions. And Poseidon, receiving his share, the island of Atlantis." (Critias)
"In the middle of the island there is a plateau which is considered the best and has a fertile soil. There was a mountain not very high in each of its sides. In the mountains lived a mortal man named Evenor who has a wife named Leucippe. They have one daughter named Cleito. When Cleito mature, father and mother died. Poseidon fell in love and have intercourse with him. " (Critias)
Soil characteristics of Atlantis
"Poseidon and break ground around the hill to hill Cleito residence was separate from the other plain. Hill is now surrounded by a circular sea. Poseidon makes two parts of this land so that the number to two of three areas of land surrounded by waters."(Critias)
"Each land has sirkumferen which is equidistant from the center of the island. So no one person and one kapalpun that can reach the island. Poseidon then made two springs in the middle of the island, the water warm and one cold water. He also makes a wide variety of foods comes from the fertile soil. " (Critias)
Ancestors nation of Atlantis
"Poseidon and Cleito have five pairs of male twins. He then divides the island of Atlantis into ten parts. He gave the oldest child of the couple's first twin residence of their mother and the surrounding area which is the widest and best land. He also makes the kingover his brothers. Poseidon gave him the name Atlas. And so the whole island and the ocean called the Atlantic. " (Critias)
The prosperity of Atlantis
"Land of Atlantis is the world's best land and therefore able to accommodate a large army." (Critias)
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"Orichalcum can be extracted in many areas of the island. At that time Orichalcum is more valuable than any precious objects, except for gold. On the island there are also lots of wood for carpenters' work and an ample supply for animals or wild animals, who live in the river or the land, who live in the mountains or plains. Even on the island there are also many elephants "(Critias)
Community structure of Atlantis
"In those days, the Atlantis inhabited by various classes of society. There is a mason, carpenter, there are husbands and soldiers. For the soldiers, they got their own territory and all the needs for life and education are provided in abundance. They have neverassume that they belong to are the property of their own. They regard it as belonging together. They also never require more food than necessary. " (Critias)
"The soldiers are living around the temple of Athena and Hephaestus at the top of the hill. In that place they then build a fence to protect the place. In the north, they build a room to eat in the winter and create buildings that can be used for joint . " (Critias)
"They do not worship the gold and silver because for them, all to no avail. They also built a modest home where their children can grow." (Critias)
'This is how they live, they become guardians of their own and become a leader for all the Hellenists who volunteered to become their followers. Then they also keep the number of women and men in the same amount as a precaution in case of war. This is the way they manage their territories and all areas with a fair Hellas. Atlantis became very famous throughout Europe and Asia because of his good looks and generosity of its citizens. "(Critias)
Atlantis Technology
"They built temples, palaces and harbors. They also set the entire region, including the following: first they build a bridge to connect the water with the land surrounding the ancient city. Then make your way to and from the palace. They built a palace on the spotresidence of the gods and their ancestors who continue to be maintained by subsequent generations. Each king lowered its exceptional ability to the next king until they are able to build huge buildings and beautiful. " (Critias)
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"And they built a canal
300 feet wide with a depth of 100 feet in length and 50 stadia (9 km). They
also make a driveway large enough to pass through even the largest ships and
Through this channel they can sail to the outer zone." (Critias)
Destruction of the island of Atlantis
"9,000 years is the number of years that has been going on since the war between those who dwelt outside the pillars of Hercules with those who dwell in it. War is what will I describe." (Critias)
"The forces led by the cities of Athens. On the other hand, forces led by the kings of Atlantis, which as I have explained, an island larger than Libya and Asia combined, which was then destroyed by an earthquake and a pile of mud that becomes an obstacle to the explorers who sailed to other parts of the ocean. " (Critias)
"A lot of the flood that has occurred over 9,000 years, the number of years it has happened when I spoke. And during that time there have been many changes. It never happened in history so much the accumulation of land that falls from the mountains in the region. However, the land has fallen Atlantis and the stockpiling areas and covering of the eye. " (Critias)
"Because of overnight rains, which swept the earth's incredible dense and at the same time an earthquake. Then came the flood that swept through the region." (Critias)
"But after that, came the earthquake and floods sweeping. And in one day and night, all the people sink into the bowels of the earth and the island of Atlantis disappeared into the ocean. And for this reason, the ocean can not there be skipped and exploredbecause there are heaps of mud caused by the destruction of the proficiency level of the island. " (Timaeus)
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"For many generations, the noble character of life in them, they were obedient to the law and has a strong interest to the gods. They have a good way of life, combining gentleness with wisdom in all aspects of life and in relation to each other." (Critias)
"They do not want to take up arms against each other, and they will soon be rushing to help his king when there was an attempt to overthrow him. They resist all evil and only do good. They just put a little attention to their own lives. They underestimate the wealth of gold and silver seemed only a burden for them. " (Critias)
"Even when they are abundant in the luxury, the eyes of their hearts were not blinded by it. They realized that their wealth will increase by acts of kindness and friendship between one another which is also accompanied by a respect among fellow. Such characters continued to grow at between them. " (Critias)
"However, these noble characters begin to fade and become too often compromised. They mingled with the earthly nature, and it then becomes the controlling nature. Because they could no longer bear the wealth they have. They began to behave appropriately and eye they become myopic because they have lost their most precious possessions. " (Critias)
"Zeus, king of the gods who rule by law and be able to see the evil deeds that they do begin to declare the punishment for an honorable race so they can be aware and purified. Then he began collecting the gods from their dwelling place. Once they all come together, Zeus said: ..... " (Critias)
Critias and the sentence that ends, not resolved. So we will never know what to say by Zeus. But even though this book was never completed, its impact on human beings is much greater than the thousands of other books.
"9,000 years is the number of years that has been going on since the war between those who dwelt outside the pillars of Hercules with those who dwell in it. War is what will I describe." (Critias)
"The forces led by the cities of Athens. On the other hand, forces led by the kings of Atlantis, which as I have explained, an island larger than Libya and Asia combined, which was then destroyed by an earthquake and a pile of mud that becomes an obstacle to the explorers who sailed to other parts of the ocean. " (Critias)
"A lot of the flood that has occurred over 9,000 years, the number of years it has happened when I spoke. And during that time there have been many changes. It never happened in history so much the accumulation of land that falls from the mountains in the region. However, the land has fallen Atlantis and the stockpiling areas and covering of the eye. " (Critias)
"Because of overnight rains, which swept the earth's incredible dense and at the same time an earthquake. Then came the flood that swept through the region." (Critias)
"But after that, came the earthquake and floods sweeping. And in one day and night, all the people sink into the bowels of the earth and the island of Atlantis disappeared into the ocean. And for this reason, the ocean can not there be skipped and exploredbecause there are heaps of mud caused by the destruction of the proficiency level of the island. " (Timaeus)
Cover - Lessons from Atlantis
"For many generations, the noble character of life in them, they were obedient to the law and has a strong interest to the gods. They have a good way of life, combining gentleness with wisdom in all aspects of life and in relation to each other." (Critias)
"They do not want to take up arms against each other, and they will soon be rushing to help his king when there was an attempt to overthrow him. They resist all evil and only do good. They just put a little attention to their own lives. They underestimate the wealth of gold and silver seemed only a burden for them. " (Critias)
"Even when they are abundant in the luxury, the eyes of their hearts were not blinded by it. They realized that their wealth will increase by acts of kindness and friendship between one another which is also accompanied by a respect among fellow. Such characters continued to grow at between them. " (Critias)
"However, these noble characters begin to fade and become too often compromised. They mingled with the earthly nature, and it then becomes the controlling nature. Because they could no longer bear the wealth they have. They began to behave appropriately and eye they become myopic because they have lost their most precious possessions. " (Critias)
"Zeus, king of the gods who rule by law and be able to see the evil deeds that they do begin to declare the punishment for an honorable race so they can be aware and purified. Then he began collecting the gods from their dwelling place. Once they all come together, Zeus said: ..... " (Critias)
Critias and the sentence that ends, not resolved. So we will never know what to say by Zeus. But even though this book was never completed, its impact on human beings is much greater than the thousands of other books.
