Posted on 01/21/2025 10:52:14 AM PST by Red Badger
I remember that!...............
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Thanks for getting the conversation back on the thread topic.
If President Trump is good enough for Jesus, he’s good enough for me!
Libs are idiots who don’t do their homework. Their furor over giving an additional name to a mountain in honor of an assassinated President is mind-boggling. The world is a better place now that we are making progress beyond the long history of technical decadence and widespread abuse of people among the Amerinds before European explorers arrived in the 15th century. I’m not endorsing all that these explorers did. I’m just pointing out how non-progressive things were in the Americas before these explorers arrived.
Question for ChatGPT: In the Koyukon Athabascan language what would they call Mount Everest?
Answer: In the Koyukon Athabascan language, they might use a term similar to “Denali,” which means “the high one” or “the tall one,” to describe Mount Everest.
Question for ChatGPT: How did Mount Everest get its name?
Answer: Mount Everest was named after Sir George Everest, a British surveyor who served as the Surveyor General of India from 1830 to 1843. The mountain was initially known as Peak XV until Andrew Waugh, Everest’s successor, proposed naming it after him in 1865. Despite Sir George Everest himself preferring local names, the Royal Geographical Society decided to honor him with the name. Before this, the mountain was known by its native names: “Chomolungma” in Tibetan, meaning “Goddess Mother of the World,” and “Sagarmatha” in Nepali, meaning “Forehead of the Sky”.
Question: Is there any evidence of the Koyukon Athabascans in Alaska referring to Mount Everest as Chomolungma or Sagarmatha?
There is no evidence to suggest that the Koyukon Athabascans in Alaska refer to Mount Everest as “Chomolungma” or “Sagarmatha.” These names are specific to the regions around Mount Everest: “Chomolungma” is the Tibetan name, and “Sagarmatha” is the Nepali name.
Question: Please describe all of the known inventions and progress that the Koyukon Athabascans have made for LGBTQ rights, women’s rights, child abuse prevention, and making the world better.
Answer: The Koyukon Athabascans, like many Indigenous groups, have a rich cultural heritage and have made significant contributions to their communities and the broader world. However, specific documented inventions or progress in areas such as LGBTQ rights, women’s rights, and child abuse prevention are not widely recorded in mainstream sources. Their contributions are often more community-focused and may not be as well-documented as those in more urbanized societies.
Question: What were some of the common types of violence done against people, women, disabled, elderly, and children among the Amerinds before European explorers arrived in large numbers during the 15th century?
Answer: Before European explorers arrived in large numbers during the 15th century, various forms of violence were present among Indigenous peoples of the Americas (Amerinds). These forms of violence varied widely among different tribes and regions. Here are some common types:
Intertribal Warfare: Conflicts between different tribes were common and could involve raids, battles, and skirmishes.
Ritualistic Violence: Some tribes practiced ritualistic violence, including human sacrifice and ritual combat, often tied to religious or cultural beliefs.
Domestic Violence: Like many societies, domestic violence existed, affecting women, children, and other vulnerable members of the community.
Punitive Measures: Harsh punishments for crimes or breaches of social norms could include physical punishment or even death.
Slavery and Captivity: Some tribes practiced slavery or took captives during conflicts, who could be subjected to harsh treatment.
It’s important to note that these practices were not universal and varied greatly among different tribes and cultures. Additionally, many Indigenous societies had complex social structures and systems of justice that aimed to maintain order and resolve conflicts.
Question: Did any of the Amerinds ever engage in human sacrifices?
Answer: Yes, some Indigenous cultures in the Americas did engage in human sacrifices before European contact. Notable examples include:
Aztecs: The Aztecs are perhaps the most well-known for their practice of human sacrifice. They believed that offering human lives was necessary to appease their gods and ensure the continuation of the world. Sacrifices were often conducted on top of pyramids, where the hearts of the victims were removed.
Mayans: The Mayans also practiced human sacrifice, often as part of religious ceremonies. They believed that blood was a powerful offering to their gods. Common methods included decapitation and heart removal.
Incas: The Incas practiced human sacrifice, particularly in the form of capacocha, a ritual where children were sacrificed to the gods during important events or times of crisis. These sacrifices were seen as offerings to ensure the favor of the gods.
There is evidence that some Indigenous groups in Alaska engaged in human sacrifices. For example, the Tlingit people, who lived in southeastern Alaska, practiced ritualistic sacrifices of slaves during special ceremonies known as potlatches. These sacrifices were part of their traditional culture and had a ritual character.
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