“Blue gold” of the planet: the water dimension of culture, religion, economy and geopolitics
From the very first steps of their existence, people realized how great their dependence on the forces of nature. Each new period in history was another step in the development of natural elements. At the same time, for a long time, a person did not lose his initial reverent attitude towards water, air, earth or fire. Religion helped people to preserve it, and, consequently, to preserve the most important life baggage. Water was considered sacred in many religious traditions. Religion, supporting the customs and traditions associated with water, helps to preserve it as a most valuable natural resource.