Once outside, they heard the news of a new war in Europe, a modern-day continuum of same dichotomy.
Sara, Brad, and their tour-guide were exploring an ancient Mayan cave, called the Actun Tunichil Muknal, near Belmopan, Belize. Artifacts were all over. Soon they arrived at an enclosed chamber. Looking through an opening, they noticed a human skeleton on the floor. Known as the “Crystal Maiden”, it was thought to be a sacrificial female adolescent. The skeleton had been calcified radiating a sparkling appearance. The pair discussed about the inherent dichotomy of Mayan advanced civilization with its ritual of human sacrifice.
Once outside, they heard the news of a new war in Europe, a modern-day continuum of same dichotomy.
David Ngo
25/2/2022 11:56:58 am
Very sad. Thanks for your story, Sankar.
Doug
25/2/2022 10:08:30 pm
Interesting comparison Sankar. Thanks for your story.
Lynn Messing
25/2/2022 10:54:34 pm
Alas, the more things change…
Sue Clayton
26/2/2022 01:58:48 am
Your stories always contain such a powerful punch, Sankar.
Pamela Kennedy
26/2/2022 04:29:07 pm
Human nature really hasn't changed over the centuries, has it....
Bill Sells
27/2/2022 12:17:06 pm
Well written and so true. But for grace I would probably join in.
Sankar Chatterjee
27/2/2022 05:06:24 pm
Dear All: Comments are closed.
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