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Some believe that the world will end based on the fact that the Mayan Long Count Calendar ends on December 21, 2012. But is this really a prediction for the end of the world? The problem with any prophecy is that until the time of the predicted event has been and gone, there is no way for sure that we can say that they will or will not come true. But there are things that we can look at for a guideline, things that we know to be true.
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All About the Mayans
February 18th, 2010 
admin The Mayan religion also known as Maya, was born in Mesoamerica approximately 250 AD. This particular religion was influenced by the Olmecs. Within the first 650 years, the civilization of the Mayans ended up taking over 40 large cities which laid out across Mexico, North Belize and Guatemala. This period of their time was called the Classic Period.
The total population of the Mayan peoples increased to be about 2 million people. As they lived a rural and agricultural life, the Mayans ended up covering most of Guatemala with their population. Their cities were kept mostly in regards to ceremonial practices, leaving them to build centers where they would have their ceremonies and give sacrifices to their gods.
So Who Were the Mayans and Why Should I Care?
February 17th, 2010 admin Mayan religion is also sometimes known as Maya, was born in the year 250 AD in Mesoamerica. It is said to be inspired by the religion Olmecs. Mayan religion spread rapidly in its initial phase, spanning to almost three continents. The initial period of Mayans was called the Classic Period.
Their population shortly reached in millions. Mayans have a very rich art and cultural heritage. Most of the Mayans resorted to farming and agriculture for their livelihood. Guatemala was a popular center of Mayan culture. In that era, this city was marked by cultural practices and sacrifices made to the god.
Mayan Calendar Predicts 2012 Doomsday
January 27th, 2010 admin What about those 2012 doomsday prophecies? Are they something that you should worry about or not? Will the world meet its end on or near December 21, 2012? Something is supposed to happen according to many people who’ve studied the Mayan culture.
Depending on who you ask, there are many things that may actually happen at this time. However, some people claim that nothing was ever stated in Mayan history about doomsday or anything else in 2012. This almost reminds you of all the worries that went on at the beginning of 2000, and the Y2K computer problem.
