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[Alexandr Korol]

another, to show one’s superiority over another, but earlier it was all for the sake of the divine and nothing else. You see, then there were different intentions, wiser ones, so to speak.

First, ancient Greek mythology. “In the myths of Ancient Greece gold is often connected with the gods. One of the most famous myths is the story of the Golden Fleece, which Jason sought in pursuit of wealth and power. In addition, the golden apples of the Hesperides were a symbol of immortality.” Interesting. “Gold was considered a manifestation of divine blessing. The Incas and gold. For the civilization of the Incas gold was a sacred metal that symbolized the sun god Inti. Many golden ornaments and statuettes were found in the temples and tombs of the Incas. One of the most famous myths is connected with the legend of the golden city of El Dorado, which according to tradition was hidden from the eyes of foreigners.” And this is what the system highlights for me, as if gold, some golden city somewhere or a cave of gold, or for some reason a lot of gold. And what does it want from me? Alright, the next, the third. “Myths of Africa. In Africa gold also symbolized spiritual power. In the myths of the peoples of Ghana and Mali gold was connected with gods and kings who possessed immense power. In legends there is often mention of hidden gold mines, which are rich but dangerous for human beings. There is also in Chinese mythology that gold is associated with symbols of prosperity and long life. For example, in the myths of the triune god gold is the source of energy and strength. In ancient Chinese tales gold often symbolizes luck, and luck is fortune, and power. In Ancient Egypt gold was connected with deities such as Ra, the god of the sun. Pharaohs were often buried with golden ornaments so that in the afterlife they would gain immortality. The legend of the golden sarcophagus drew the attention of the whole world.”

Interesting. The idea of the origin of gold. Here it is written that “Among the peoples of the world at different times the precious metal was invariably associated with the sun. According to the beliefs of the Egyptians, gold nuggets are particles of the heavenly luminary that fall into the earth with drops of rain. People believed that the sun is made of this sacred metal. Modern research indicates that there are indeed grounds for such ideas. There is more gold on the fiery