I coined a term in another thread: second order crackpot. That's what you are if you're such a crackpot that other crackpots consider you a crackpot. You can use it, but you'll need to send me $1 for each use of the term.TheStatutoryApe said:
Zecharia Sitchin was an author and researcher who proposed the theory of ancient astronauts, which suggests that extraterrestrial beings visited Earth in ancient times and influenced human civilization. He also claimed that ancient myths and texts from cultures around the world contain evidence of these visitors.
No, Zecharia Sitchin's theories are not widely accepted by the scientific community. Many scientists and archaeologists have criticized his interpretations of ancient texts and lack of evidence to support his claims.
Sitchin's evidence primarily comes from his interpretations of ancient texts and artifacts. He believed that certain myths and symbols from different cultures were actually descriptions of extraterrestrial encounters and technology.
Some common criticisms of Sitchin's theories include his lack of expertise in ancient languages and cultures, his selective use of evidence, and his tendency to present his interpretations as fact rather than theories.
Some people are drawn to Sitchin's theories because they offer a unique and exciting explanation for ancient mysteries and a different perspective on human origins. However, it is important to approach these theories critically and consider the lack of scientific evidence to support them.