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Williams provocatively asserts that ancient temples, churches, and synagogues functioned as hubs of knowledge rather than mere sites of worship. Historical evidence aligns with this perspective, pointing to centers like the Library of Ashurbanipal in Mesopotamia and the House of Life in Egypt as significant educational institutions. These ancient places were where various fields such as agriculture and astronomy flourished, prompting us to ask: where did this foundational knowledge originate?