Tag Archives: Mayan Calendar

MAYAN TAILGATE PARTY: Ritual of the Naked Lunch

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Dave

“A carved altar is displayed for its acrobat iconography; omitted is recognition of its function as a slaying stone. On altars like this, a sacrificial victim was laid on his back, arms and legs held down, while an executioner knifed … Continue reading →

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TIME WAITS FOR EVERYONE

Posted on December 16, 2009 by Dave

Hop on the train of dreams. Humankind appears to be the only species troubled by Time, and from this preoccupation comes much of the finest art, some religion and most of science. Reincarnation, prophecy, resurrection and worship of the heavenly … Continue reading →