Ancient Black Civilization

Hey there, stargazer,

More than 6600 years ago in the land called Mesopotamia there developed the most remarkable civilization then known to mankind. This civilization was centered between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. These rivers begin in the mountains of Armenia and flow in a south-eastern direction toward the Persian Gulf. The soil of this area is tremendously fertile because of the alluvial deposits brought down by the two rivers. European civilizations developed from ancient black civilization. Without this black civilization, white domination and influence as we known it today would have been improbable.

A number of different tribes were entrenched in the southern part of the Tigris-Euphrates region. This southern section was known at different times by many names, among which are Sumer, Akkad (or Accad) and Chaldea; but the name best known to us is Babylonia. This area was also the location of the Garden of Eden, and the people of this region were jet black.

I shall prove conclusively that the black people have the most ancient of history of all humans. The best available source of proof is the history of the jews, known as the Bible. In Genesis 2:10 it is written: “And a river went out of Eden to water the garden; and from thence it was parted and became into four heads.” There were four rivers which watered the Garden of Eden. I shall cite the third and the fourth rivers first; then I shall proceed to the first and second rivers, because during the course of my study and research it fits better into my line of reasoning.

Genesis 2:14 reads: “And the name of the third river is Hiddekel: that is it which goeth toward the east of Assyria. And the fourth river is Euphrates” Commentators and scholars have identified the river Hiddekel; they say it is the Tigris River. Now I shall cite Genesis 2:13. “And the name of the second river is Gihon: the same is it that compasseth the whole land of Ethiopia. Because the Garden of Eden is associated with the land of Ethiopia, we can conclude that the people were black.

Key Themes and Arguments

1. African Origins of Early Civilizations

   • Polaris Stargate posits that ancient Mesopotamia (modern Iraq), often hailed as the "cradle of civilization," was founded by Black Africans. We link the Sumerians, Akkadians, and Babylonians to African roots, arguing that their advancements in writing, law, and architecture originated from African ingenuity.

   • Ancient Egypt is presented as a distinctly Black African civilization. This highlights the physical features of Egyptian pharaohs and commoners depicted in art, as well as cultural practices (e.g., circumcision, matrilineal inheritance) shared with other African societies.

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   The Black Hebrews

   • A central thesis of our piece is the existence of Black Hebrew communities in antiquity. Our claim that many ancient Israelites, including biblical figures like Moses and Solomon, were of African descent.

   • We trace the migration of Black Hebrews from the Middle East into Africa, particularly Ethiopia and West Africa, following events such as the Babylonian exile (586 BCE) and the destruction of the Second Temple (70 CE).

3. Timbuktu and West African Scholarship

   • Special focus shifts to West Africa, celebrating Timbuktu (in modern Mali) as a medieval center of learning, trade, and Islamic scholarship. Polaris underscores the city’s role in preserving ancient knowledge through its libraries and universities.

   • We connect Timbuktu’s intellectual legacy to earlier African civilizations, arguing that its scholars inherited and expanded upon traditions from Egypt and Mesopotamia.

     

4. Diaspora and Cultural Continuity

   • We also examines the forced migration of Africans during the transatlantic slave trade, emphasizing how enslaved Africans carried remnants of their ancient cultural and spiritual practices (e.g., Judaism, traditional religions) to the Americas.

   • We critique European colonialism and racism for erasing African contributions to global history.

Notable Claims and Controversies

• Ethiopian Judaism: We link Ethiopian Jews (Beta Israel) to the ancient Israelite tribes, suggesting their practices preserve early Hebrew traditions.

• African Presence in the Bible: We interpret biblical references to Cush (ancient Nubia) and Sheba as evidence of African influence in Judeo-Christian scripture.

• Criticisms: While praised for empowering Black readers with a reclaimed history, our stance has faced skepticism from mainstream historians for relying on speculative connections, disputed archaeological interpretations, and limited primary sources.

Structure and Style

• We seek to blending historical analysis, religious commentary, and polemic. We use biblical texts, classical writings (e.g., Herodotus), and linguistic comparisons to support our arguments.

• Maps, illustrations, and appendices (e.g., timelines of African kingdoms) supplement the narrative.

Legacy and Impact

• In putting together this piece, we took inspiration From Babylon to Timbuktu which has become a cornerstone of Afrocentric literature, inspiring later works like The Destruction of Black Civilization by Chancellor Williams.

• It is frequently cited in discussions about African diasporic identity, the reclamation of pre-colonial history, and debates over the racial identity of ancient Egyptians.

• Critics argue that our methodology lacks academic rigor, but supporters praise us for challenging historical erasure and fostering cultural pride.

Conclusion
This piece is a provocative reimagining of global history that centers African peoples as pioneers of civilization. While controversial, its enduring popularity reflects a broader demand for narratives that affirm the centrality of Africa and its diaspora in shaping human progress. This piece serves as both a historical survey and a call to recognize the interconnectedness of ancient Black cultures across continents.