Ancient Astronomy and the Knowledge of the Stars

Ancient Astronomy and the Knowledge of the Stars

For ancient civilizations, the night sky served as both a scientific resource and a spiritual symbol. By carefully observing the movement of stars and planets, early astronomers developed sophisticated knowledge of celestial cycles.In Mesopotamia, priests meticulously recorded astronomical observations on clay tablets. These records allowed them to predict eclipses and track planetary movements.The ancient Egyptians aligned many monuments with c…