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I found this amusing:

Ancient Egypt’s Toxic Makeup Fought Infection, Researchers Say

The elaborate eye makeup worn by Queen Nefertiti and other ancient Egyptians was believed to have healing powers, conjuring up the protection of the Gods Horus and Ra and warding off illnesses.

Science does not allow for magic, but it does allow for healing ( Read more... )

CATS AND GODS

The fecund cat is often been associated with fertility. The Scandinavian goddess Freyja rode in a chariot drawn by cats so farmers left out offerings for her cats to ensure a good harvest. In parts of Europe, a cat decorated with ribbons was released in the field after harvest-time to appease the gods.

The Peruvian fertility god Ai ( Read more... )

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so i was speaking with a friend who lives in south africa and works as a sociologist/writer. we were talking about race relations and what the country is like today as seen from different perspectives. he pointed me to this article, which i found interesting. i was aware that many of the whites had already left and gone to europe/uk, nz, oz, usa, ( Read more... )