Why did the Mayans' prediction of the end of the world in 2012 fail to materialize, while their previous four major prophecies came true one after another?
Why did the Mayans' prediction of the end of the world in 2012 fail to materialize, while their previous four major prophecies came true one after another? Why did only the fifth one fall through? Some even speculate that perhaps we quietly went extinct in 2012, only to enter a new era in a parallel universe. But what is the truth?
The Mayan civilization was renowned for its precise astronomical calculations. Their accuracy in calculating the solar year is so astonishing that even modern people marvel at it. The margin of error is so small that it accumulates only one day every five thousand years. Such precision inevitably commands respect for the wisdom of the Mayans. However, why would such a group of wise people mistakenly predict 2012 as the end of the world?
It turns out that the Mayans had a unique calendrical system. They believed that the fifth cycle of the sun, which began in 3113 BC, would end after 5125 years, precisely in the year 2012 AD. Consequently, this year was misinterpreted as the symbol of the end of the world. But the fact is, we are still alive and well, and the world has not been destroyed.
Some experts suggest that Earth may have experienced a dramatic solar storm in 2012. Fortunately, it narrowly missed us, causing no disaster. Perhaps the Mayans' prophecy referred to this storm, but their prediction had some slight deviations.
There is also the viewpoint that the Mayans' prophecy might refer to the Russian meteor event of 2013. The meteor, traveling at speeds up to 60 times the speed of sound and weighing 10,000 tons, disintegrated after being struck by an unidentified object in the air. This mysterious phenomenon remains unsolved to this day, leading to speculation about whether a higher civilization is secretly protecting us.
For these unresolved mysteries, the book "Haeohwa" proposes a bold hypothesis. It suggests that planetary civilizations in the universe are classified into levels 1-9, with Earth's civilization only at level 0.73. Perhaps it is these higher-level civilizations that intervened at critical moments, safeguarding our home.
However, these are ultimately just speculations and hypotheses. The truth may forever remain a mystery. But regardless, we should cherish the present moment and live each day well. After all, life itself is a wonderful journey worth exploring and cherishing.