Well, the article does refer to the cows in particular as fertility symbols. But not the oxen. So who knows? ;-)
At least they still respect the animals. That's all I can say. :-)
These statues are evidence that the people of the region worshiped oxen and humped cows 3000 years ago. “Even today we can see some kind of respect towards the animals in the region,” added Mahforouzi, referring to kinds of cows being regarded as symbols of hard work and fertility.
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Date: 2005-09-29 03:56 pm (UTC)At least they still respect the animals. That's all I can say. :-)
These statues are evidence that the people of the region worshiped oxen and humped cows 3000 years ago. “Even today we can see some kind of respect towards the animals in the region,” added Mahforouzi, referring to kinds of cows being regarded as symbols of hard work and fertility.
What's your idea about this news?
LOL! You REALLY don't want to know!!