In ancient times, people around the world worshipped lizards as gods. This practice has largely been forgotten, but in India, there is a 1800-year-old temple where you can still see devotees lining up to touch and worship a carving of a lizard. The temple is called Varadaraja Perumal Temple, and it was built in the 3rd Century A.D., which means that this worship started at least 1800 years ago.
Ancient Indians believed that lizards and other reptilian beings came from the sky and had magical powers, like shape-shifting. Even today, Hindus believe that these lizards can help them heal from their diseases and bring them good fortune.
But why are lizards worshipped as gods? One reason is that lizards have a third eye, called the parietal eye. This eye is physically located on the forehead between the two eyes, very similar to the third eye depiction in Hinduism. Not only does it look like an eye, but in some lizards like the tuatara, it also has a lens, cornea, and a retina like an actual eye. Scientists now confirm that this third eye can not only sense light but can also be used as a GPS navigation system. And guess what, it is part of the Pineal complex, meaning it functions with the pineal gland.
In addition to the Varadaraja Perumal Temple, there is another temple called Balligiri where there is another lizard engraving on a piece of metal. In this temple too, the lizard is worshipped as a god of good fortune.
Some claim that in ancient India, a type of lizard people or lizard gods existed, and they co-existed with humans. These reptiles were quite sophisticated and they even assisted some kings in war. In this ancient temple, you can see a battle scene where a soldier on a horse is wielding his sword. At the bottom, there is another man with a sword in one hand and a shield in the other hand. But what is that scaly thing next to him? Look at its skin, you are immediately reminded of a crocodile, but it is standing on two legs, and see what it is about to do. It is about to bite a man’s head off, alive. Look at the size of the lizard and the size of the human, the lizard being is quite large, it is taking out one man with a single bite, and is handling the situation quite well. This lizard looks like a true warrior, with its muscular limbs, sharp claws, and deadly jaws.
So, what is the significance of lizard worship? Is it just a matter of superstition or is there something more to it? Some believe that lizard worship has to do with the ancient knowledge of the reptilian brain. The reptilian brain is the oldest part of the brain, and it controls our most basic instincts, such as fight or flight response, aggression, and territorial behavior. In other words, the reptilian brain is responsible for our survival instincts. Some say that by worshipping lizards, ancient people were tapping into the wisdom of the reptilian brain, and accessing the knowledge that is essential for survival.
In conclusion, lizard worship is a rare and fascinating phenomenon that is still practiced in some parts of the world. It is based on ancient beliefs that lizards have magical powers and can help humans in various ways. Although the practice may seem strange to some, it is deeply rooted in the history and culture of many civilizations. So next time you see a lizard, remember that it may have some secrets and wisdom that are waiting to be uncovered.
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