Temple of Zul (Temple of the Lord of Light) in “Atlantis: The Book of the Angels” by D.
Zul functions as both the name of the sacred capital city of Atlantis (described as greater than Babylon, built by conquered nations) and the central deity — a hermaphrodite Sun/Lord of Light figure worshipped with awe, idolatry, and elements of obscenity.
The Temple of Zul (also linked to worship of the Sun/Lord of Light) is the national religious heart of the city, crowning a volcanic hill above the waters.
The temple crowns the hill above the waters in the city of Zul.
“There lay Zul!
It was the drum of the great temple of Zul, crowning the hill above the waters, that, being struck, rolled out like the awakening voice of Heaven over the city of the Sun.”
There is a “columnar flame” on Zul’s highest tower and waving flames on the roofs.
Idols and colossal images surround the lurid pit or fires; certain imperial dead were lowered into the arms of these “awful idols” that looked upon the crater/fires of Zul, consumed by the flames, with ashes placed in the temple (hearts sometimes thrown to vultures).
Zul is worshipped as the hermaphrodite Lord of Light/Sun deity (partaking of both sexes), alongside other gods.
The Temple of Zul symbolizes Atlantean imperial power, religious centrality, and eventual moral/spiritual decline.
Zul – Temple of the Lord of Light
On this site the temple context also sits at Temple of Zul, where Bridgman-Metchim’s Temple of Zul / Lord of Light houses the national four-armed cross.
Temple of Zul: Bridgman-Metchim temple context that houses the national four-armed cross.
Status: Priest of Zul.
It is a place of righteousness and simplicity, in contrast to the decadence of Zul.
Function: A significant religious structure in Zul, dedicated to the worship of the moon deity.
Function: A bustling center of trade and commerce in Zul.
Function: Located by the waterway of Zul, it serves as a docking and trading point for boats and rafts.
It influences the climate and environment of the surrounding areas, including the occasional ash falls in Zul.
Rituals and Worship: The Fish-god is regularly adorned with ornaments, especially during significant events such as the Jubilee of Zul.
Conflict with Zul (Atlanteans vs.
Who is Fighting: The forces of Atlantis, led by Toltiah, against rebellious factions within the city of Zul and surrounding areas.