5 Myths of the Aurora Borealis. PHOTO/ DAILY
MENLO PARK – Who doesn’t know this one natural wonder? Aurora borealis or commonly known as the Northern Lights, namely the Light from the North, has been a source of miracles throughout human history.
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The fact is that this natural phenomenon that often occurs at the North Pole is called the Aurora Borealis while at the South Pole it is called the Aurora Australis.
However, in its beauty, various mystical stories or myths appear related to this natural phenomenon. Despite scientific explanations that reveal the secrets behind these mesmerizing Northern Lights, the myths of the Aurora Borealis still hold a place in the culture and traditions of many peoples today.
Here are 5 Myths that still surround the Aurora Borealis:
1. The Spirit of a Recently Dead Person
Like the beliefs of the Sami people, some North American peoples claim that these lights are spirits that lead them to go.
2. There is a Battle in the Sky
Other myths describe great battles between gods or supernatural beings in the sky, and the Aurora Borealis is the result of sparks and explosions of energy during this fierce battle. The dazzling light is thought to be the reflection of the battle in the sky.
3. As a Disaster Warning
According to some people, the Aurora Borealis is associated with warnings of disasters or important events that will occur. They saw this light as a sign of upcoming events that could affect human life on earth.
4. Gods and Goddesses
2023-08-07 13:14:52
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