Abstract

AVSHAROVA, Irada. Traces of the "Sun" belief in the tombs of the bronze age of Azerbaijan. Universidad y Sociedad [online]. 2020, vol.12, n.6, pp. 278-281.  Epub Dec 02, 2020. ISSN 2218-3620.

The purpose of this article is to analyzed present evidence of Azerbaijani ancient tribes regarding their beliefs in ancestors and the cult of the Sun. The results of archeological excavations in the territory of Azerbaijan were observed, where different types of burial monuments were distinguished in burial rites. Ordered cemeteries reflect some of the rituals and traditions of the bearers of the culture of these tribes, and represent one of the main source of its knowledge. Thus, in spite of some previous research the study of the role of cults in burial rites until now was not universally enlightened. In connection with the said, it is necessary to note that the study of this topic is relevant.

Keywords : Eneolithic; bronze; cult of the dead; cromlechs; burial mounds; beams; suns; beliefs.

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