The summary of ‘The Last Natufian – Göbekli Tepe Part 6: Reading Enclosure D, Pillars 18 and 31, creating a nation’

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The video is an in-depth exploration of Gobekli Tepe’s pillars, particularly focusing on Enclosure D and its pillars 18 and 31. The presenter highlights that these ancient artifacts and symbols, such as those depicting animals like boars, ducks, foxes, and bulls, serve as a detailed, mapped representation of geographic and cultural landmarks within the cradle of civilization, including rivers, mountains, and significant sites like the Nile and the Sphinx. The pillars' carvings entail intricate depictions of comets, belts, and symbolic images that suggest a comprehensive and interconnected mapping system akin to a modern map encompassing regions from the Fertile Crescent to parts of the Persian Empire. The discussion also delves into trade, communication, and cultural influences in the highlands. Comparisons between the pillars reveal differences in stature and ornamentation, with symbolic belts, necklaces, and comet imagery contributing to their narrative. Significant landmarks and water bodies are tied to these carvings, hinting at ancient catastrophic events, such as floods and comet impacts. The video ultimately aims to connect these ancient artifacts to known historical and cultural facts, suggesting a richly interconnected ancient world.

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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses episode six of their series on reading the pillars of Gobekli Tepe, specifically focusing on enclosure D and the center pillars 18 and 31. They express thanks for the support received and acknowledge making a mistake in the first video, emphasizing the novelty of their discovery. The presenter explains that the pillars represent cartoon maps of the cradle of civilization, detailing various geographic and cultural landmarks such as the sphinx, the Nile, the Dead Sea, Mount Hermon, and the Jordan River. They describe specific symbols found on the pillars, such as animals and dumbbells, and correlate these to locations and features in the ancient world. Each pillar is illustrated with features like mountains, rivers, and regions identified with specific markers like the fox, bull, and bird, suggesting a comprehensive mapping system.

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In this part of the video, the speaker examines ancient artifacts and geographical locations, highlighting various animal depictions such as boars and ducks in Turkey. They adjust views to showcase specific features like the Euphrates, specific pillars, and areas resembling animal shapes, including a pig and the Nile near a site linked to the Sphinx. They mention the significant size of the area, comparing it to Germany, Austria, Italy, France, and England combined, and reference the Fertile Crescent and its relation to the Persian Empire. Additionally, they discuss the interconnections of waterways marked on pillars, illustrating the extensive ancient civilization map.

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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the placement and significance of Gobekli Tepe within the context of trade, communication, and cultural control in the highlands. They focus on Enclosure D, particularly pillars 18 and 31, highlighting how these are referenced in maps. The pillars feature carvings that depict a comet and various other symbols such as an ornate belt and foxes. The comet’s impact is illustrated with details about its fragments hitting specific locations. The speaker also notes the use of dumbbell shapes on the pillars and their frequency, suggesting symbolic interpretations. They provide detailed views of these carvings and how they align with other elements like the vulture stone.

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In this part of the video, the speaker compares two pillars, highlighting their differences and similarities. The first pillar is described as bigger, more rounded, and higher in stature, with its belt pulled up higher and adorned with hieroglyph-like markings. The second pillar, although smaller and less ornate, shares similar status. Both pillars feature necklaces with symbolic imagery, such as bulls representing mountains and the Euphrates River. The segment also discusses comet imagery, suggesting one fragment missed while another hit, likening it to a narrative of Adam and Eve. There’s a detailed examination of the pillars’ decorations, including the presence of circular shapes and the symbolic horns of bulls. The speaker mentions an impact crater and the creation of a significant area around 12,000 years ago. Additionally, the second pillar (D18) has seven figure-like ducks at its bottom, resembling ducks found in Turkey but facing the opposite direction.

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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the accurate representation of animals and shapes found, mentioning specific enclosures D18 and D31. These enclosures are described as not being maps but rather containing references to known facts about a comet and a flood, with a significant focus on a wall of water. The video segment concludes with a mention that D43 will cover similar topics and that the discussion of enclosures D18 and D31 will finish soon, with the next video set to cover enclosures D20 and D21.

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