The year 2012 has been referred to as the possible end of the world due to an interpretation of the Mayan Long Calendar. While some believe that the date December 21, 2012 is deemed "Judgment Day", others believe the date will provide a great shift in human consciousness and humanity will be developed in new and better ways. The date is of significance due to the fact that it marks the end of the Mayan Calender.USA Today: Does Maya Calendar Predict 2012 Apocalypse?
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"For the ancient Maya, it was a huge celebration to make it to the end of a whole cycle. To render Dec. 21, 2012, as a doomsday or moment of cosmic shifting, is a complete fabrication and a chance for a lot of people to cash in." - Sandra Noble, Executive Director - Advancement of Mesoamerican StudiesUSA Today: Does Maya Calendar Predict 2012 Apocalypse?
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Fast Facts
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"Long Count" Calendar marks the end of a 5,126 year era.
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"Long Count" Calendar began in 3114 B.C.
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On December 21, 2012 the sun will be aligned with the Milky Way for the first time in 26,000 years.
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The alignment of energy between the stars and the sun will be disrupted at 11
11pm that night.
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Books on the topic
Apocalypse 2012: A Scientific Investigation into Civilization's End by Lawrence Joseph and The Revolution of 2012: Vol.1, The Preparation' by Andrew Smith.
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Serious scholars denounce "doomsday" theories.CNN.com: Apocalypse in 2012?... (January 27, 2009)
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Internet makes spreading apocalyptic theories easier.CNN.com: Apocalypse in 2012?... (January 27, 2009)
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Book title Apocalypse 2012 chosen by publisher, not author.CNN.com: Apocalypse in 2012?... (January 27, 2009)
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2012 movie scheduled for fall 2009 release.CNN.com: Apocalypse in 2012?... (January 27, 2009)
