Unanswered - Mysteries from the Mahabharata | Christopher Charles Doyle | TEDxYouth@NMS

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The speaker questions the existence of Alexander the Great based on archaeological evidence, transitioning to unresolved queries from the Mahabharata and mysteries surrounding the Great Pyramid, Stonehenge, and a burial chamber in Wales. Additionally, the discovery of Denisovan DNA in Greenland and an ancient bracelet hints at a previously unknown human species, challenging current beliefs and sparking curiosity in scientific exploration.

Insights

  • Lack of archaeological evidence for Alexander the Great's existence is highlighted, with information primarily sourced from historians who lived centuries after his death, raising questions about the accuracy of historical accounts.
  • The discovery of Denisovan DNA in modern humans, along with advanced artifacts like a bracelet with intricate craftsmanship, suggests a previously unknown human species existed, pointing towards a complex ancient history intertwined with mysteries yet to be fully understood, fueling scientific curiosity and challenging established narratives.

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  • What is the Mahabharata?

    An ancient Indian epic text.

  • What is the Great Pyramid?

    An ancient Egyptian architectural wonder.

  • What is Stonehenge?

    A prehistoric monument in the UK.

  • What is the Sphinx?

    A mythical creature in Egyptian culture.

  • What is DNA testing?

    A scientific method for genetic analysis.

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Summary

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"Uncovering Ancient Mysteries: Alexander, Mahabharata, Pyramids, Stonehenge"

  • The speaker, not a "tail spinner" but a presenter of facts, discusses the lack of archaeological evidence for Alexander the Great's existence.
  • Information about Alexander the Great comes from three historians who lived 150-400 years after his death.
  • The speaker transitions to exploring unanswered questions from the Mahabharata, a text they've researched for 12 years.
  • Questions posed include whether the Mahabharata events actually occurred, the existence of fantastic weapons, and scientific explanations for its content.
  • The speaker delves into the possibility of giants during the Mahabharata era and the presence of Devas, Asuras, and Rakshasas.
  • Moving to Egypt, the speaker discusses the mysteries surrounding the Great Pyramid, its construction, and the lack of treasures inside.
  • Details about the Sphinx's construction by Pharaoh Khafre are shared, with geological tests suggesting it's older than previously believed.
  • Stonehenge in the UK is explored, focusing on the complex engineering involved in lifting 70-ton stones without modern tools.
  • A burial chamber in Wales is highlighted for its alignment with the sun, creating a 5,000-year-old calendar through illuminated notches.
  • The speaker mentions theories of an ancient global civilization wiped out by a global flood 12,000 years ago, supported by recent discoveries of a comet impact.

13:32

Denisovans: Ancient Human Species with DNA Mystery

  • A large, now-extinct animal's tooth was discovered, initially believed to belong to that animal, but DNA testing revealed it belonged to a previously unknown human species called the Denisovans.
  • People living in areas covered by Greenland today have 2.4% Denisovan DNA, indicating a genetic connection to this ancient species.
  • An ancient bracelet believed to be made by the Denisovans, dating back 30 to 40 thousand years, displayed advanced craftsmanship with a small hole that scientists believe could only have been made using a high-speed drill.
  • The Denisovans, like modern humans, had DNA from another unknown human species, hinting at more mysteries waiting to be unraveled, challenging existing beliefs and encouraging curiosity in scientific exploration.
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