Scientists trying to work out why Gauls chose to bury some of their dead in seated position facing west
  • Optional@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    2 days ago

    The Egyptians had no word for dying, they just said “going West”.

    Not sure how true that is, but i remember it for whatever reason.

    • ToastedRavioli@midwest.socialEnglish
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      2 days ago

      Given that most/many ancient cultures had a good handle on astronomy, it would make sense if they associated west with death. Since the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, it makes some logical sense to associate the east with beginnings of things and the west with endings