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Civilization Quote by Zecharia Sitchin

“when civilization began, the gods who were worshipped—the focus of the act of being "religious"—were none other than the Anunnaki/Nefilim, who were the source of all manner of knowledge, alias science, on Earth.” quote by Zecharia Sitchin
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““when civilization began, the gods who were worshipped—the focus of the act of being "religious"—were none other than the Anunnaki/Nefilim, who were the source of all manner of knowledge, alias science, on Earth.””

Zecharia Sitchin

About This Quote

Source Book: The 12th Planet by Zecharia Sitchin, 1976

Ancient deities were thought to be the origin of human knowledge and early science.

In simple terms: Gods as first teachers.

Key Takeaway

Question ancient myths for hidden insights.

Themes

mythology ancient history knowledge origins religion science

Mood

curious skeptical inquisitive

Type

historical speculative mythic

When to use this quote

  • archaeology research
  • historical analysis
  • science education
  • philosophical debate

Key Concepts

Anunnaki Nefilim ancient astronaut theory cultural transmission

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence supports these claims?
  • How do modern discoveries affect this view?
A Different Perspective

Claims lack empirical evidence and are often speculative.

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