The Cyclic Universe: Some Historical Notes
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The cyclic model of the universe has an old history in India. It has long held the preëminent position regarding the origins of the universe, and it has been described in astronomical texts, mythology, and philosophical literature. Within the current cycle, which is supposed to have begun several billion years ago, are smaller cycles of pole changes and extinctions on earth. Salient features of the cyclic universe model are presented here.
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