TITLE:
The Garden of Eden: A New Perspective on Its Location
AUTHORS:
Konstantin Borisov
KEYWORDS:
Eden, Paradise, The Garden of Eden, Oceanus, Four Rivers of Eden, Egypt, Tree of Life, Pentateuch, Adam and Eve, Climatic Zones, Ice Age, Perpetual Spring, Sky Serpents, Aurora, Ancient Site Alignment, Flaming Sword, Medieval Cartography, Mappa Mundi, Genesis, Bible, Creator
JOURNAL NAME:
Archaeological Discovery,
Vol.12 No.4,
September
29,
2024
ABSTRACT: In this paper, I propose a new perspective on the location of The Garden of Eden. Through exploration using biblical texts, medieval scholars’ works, and contemporary scholarly research, I aim to reconcile biblical narratives with historical records and scientific findings to support my conclusions. I argue that Eden is situated in Egypt, attributing the origin of the four rivers of Eden to the Oceanus River, a concept initially introduced by the first-century Jewish historian Josephus. I assert that Josephus’ hypothesis may indeed be correct. The tree of life, a vital element of Eden, is suggested to be located in Giza, with the sacred mount identified as the Great Pyramid of Giza. Furthermore, the everlasting spring-like state in the Garden of Eden as alluded in the book of Genesis, impervious to the Earth’s climatic conditions, is also examined in the paper.