Post-atlantean

“At the end of our fifth great epoch, the post-Atlantean, there will be catastrophes that will work in a way similar to those at the close of the Atlantean epoch [i.e., the destruction of Atlantis]. Through the War of All Against All, the seventh culture of the fifth epoch will find its conclusion [i.e., our epoch will end like previous epochs, in violent destruction]. These are interesting connections that are indicated in certain repetitions, and when we follow them more closely they will throw light into the depths of our soul life.” — Rudolf Steiner, EGYPTIAN MYTHS AND MYSTERIES (Anthroposophic Press, 1971), lecture 2, GA 106.