ATLANTIS The lost continent

Today, I’m going to talk a little more about what I have heard of Atlantis and what I think about this initially wonderful island/continent.

Atlantis location

 

There is wild speculation about where Atlantis really lay.

Some believe it was on the island of Santorini in th Mediterranean; others believe it was outside of Egypt. Some think it was in the middle of the South Sea, and some have even placed it here in Scandinavia.

Personally, I believe (along with many others) that it was in the Atlantic. The reason I think this is partly because I have always “felt” that it was there, and over the
years, I have learned to trust what I feel.

 

Poseidon’s son

First, Atlantis was named after Poseidon’s son Atlas, who was the founder of Atlantis. Then it seems logical that the sea around the continent almost got the same name, i.e., the Atlantic.

Although it feels as if the space in the Mediterranean is not enough to really make room for a large island/continent.

 

The pillars of Hercules

In addition, Plato (who described the island most of all) said that Atlantis was west of Gibraltar’s straits, i.e., west of the Strait of Gibraltar… And then, of course, you end up in the Atlantic.

However, I believe that Atlantis was in contact with both Greece and Egypt, first as a trading partner and later, it seems that Atlantis had fought against the Greeks.

 

Lost paradise

At first, Atlantis would have been a wonderful, almost paradisiacal island, with nice gardens and people who lived in harmony with each other, with the animals, and the mineral kingdom.

 

 

The end of a divine era

The divine blood diminished in the veins of the Atlanteans, less and less, and finally, there was chaos.

People started to experiment with weird genetic manipulation, and the people wanted more power and larger materialistic desires. This led to wars and unrest.

The destruction of Atlantis

Moral decay

They started thinking more about
themselves than in harmony with the universe.

Maybe we Earthlings have something to learn from their history?

According to Plato, this moral decay was the reason for the Atlanteans to call down the wrath of the gods, and the island was completely destroyed overnight.

 

The escape from Atlantis

However, some of the more prominent and knowledgeable individuals had known that Atlantis was going to be destroyed, and they could, therefore, flee before the impending catastrophe, came.

They might even get the part of Atlantis’ key knowledge and technical apparatus.

These individuals were described as having knowledge and technical expertise, and they were able to escape the destruction of Atlantis, potentially carrying valuable information or artifacts with them.

Some say that this advanced equipement was transported to both ancient Egypt and Tibet, where it still is today…

 

Plato´s dialogues

Solon

In Plato’s dialogues “Timaeus” and “Critias,” Solon, (an Athenian statesman and lawmaker who lived around 630–560 BCE) talks about ancient Egypt and its wisdom.

In the dialogue, Solon is said to have visited Egypt and conversed with Egyptian priests. The story is relayed by Critias, who attributes the information to his grandfather, also named Critias, who claimed to have heard it from his father, Dropides, who in turn heard it from the elder Critias.

 

Egyptian priests

the Egyptian priests inform Solon that there existed a powerful and advanced civilization called Atlantis.

The Atlanteans were said to be a technologically sophisticated and morally advanced society.

The story describes how Atlantis was a large island in the Atlantic Ocean, situated beyond the “Pillars of Hercules”
(often identified with the Strait of Gibraltar).

 

Conquers

Atlantis is portrayed as a powerful naval force. The Atlanteans supposedly sought to conquer other parts of the Mediterranean, including ancient Athens.

The text suggests that Atlantis sought to expand its dominance and control over other regions, a struggle for power and
supremacy.

The conflict reached its peak when Atlantis attempted to conquer Athens. However, the Athenians, under the leadership of the goddess Athena, resisted and defeated the Atlantean forces.

 

Moral lessons examples

Some people do not concider Plato´s texts as historical, but moore philosophical and moral themes.

The story suggests a moral lesson about the rise and fall of civilizations, because
despite of their victory, the Athenians eventually succumbed to corruption and decadence, leading to their downfall.

 

True stories?

But also the old story of the Troyan war was considered as a story until they might have  found the Troyan horse some years ago!

(Archaeologists claim they have found what they believe are pieces of the Trojan Horse according to a report by the Greek news site Naftika Chronika. The site reports that researchers excavating a site at the historical city of Troy, on the hills of Hisarlik, have unearthed a large wooden structure.)

Facts about the lost city of Atlantis

According to what the Egyptian mentioned to Salon the Atlantis island is said to be larger than Libya (Africa) and Asia combined.

The capital city of Atlantis, also named Atlantis, is depicted as a magnificent city with grand architecture, including a central palace and a temple dedicated to the god Poseidon.

 

Concentric Rings

 

The central island, where the capital city Atlantis is located, is surrounded by concentric rings, of water and land, alternating between sea and land.

The climate of Atlantis is portrayed as mild and temperate, allowing for abundant natural resources and a fertile landscape.

The island is said to have been blessed with
favorable weather conditions, making it conducive to supporting a prosperous and advanced civilization.

 

Ancient advanced civilization

Atlantis is described as an advanced and powerful civilization with sophisticated technology, impressive architecture, and a
highly organized society.

The Atlanteans were said to have possessed knowledge of arts and sciences, surpassing other contemporary cultures.

Atlantis was said to be organized into a
hierarchical society with a ruling elite.

 

Moral decline

Despite their initial virtues and advancements, the Atlanteans were said to have fallen into a state of moral decline.

This decline in virtue and moral character was presented as a contributing factor to their eventual downfall.

The narrative suggests that as the Atlanteans became more prosperous and
powerful, they succumbed to the temptations of wealth and influence.

The abundance of resources and the success of their military campaigns might have led to a sense of entitlement and
moral laxity.

Also their military successes and technological advancements might have bred a sense of hubris and arrogance.

Overconfidence and a belief in their invincibility could have contributed to their moral decline.

 

Divine offspring

In the story, the Atlanteans are described as descendants of the god Poseidon.

Their eventual disregard for the divine or a
departure from their connection to the gods might be viewed as a moral failing.

 

The destruction of Atlantis

The primary cause of Atlantis’ destruction is described as a catastrophic event, a “day and night of misfortune.”
Earthquakes and floods are mentioned.

The destruction of Atlantis is said to have occurred “9,000 years ago” before the time of Solon’s conversation with the Egyptian priests.