Astronomy and Astrology of the Babylonians - Hardcover

by A. H. Satye (Author)

""Astronomy And Astrology Of The Babylonians"" by Rev. A. H. Sayce is a comprehensive study of the ancient Babylonian civilization's understanding of astronomy and astrology. The book delves into the Babylonians' observations of the stars, constellations, and planets, and how they used their knowledge to create calendars and predict celestial events. It also explores the Babylonians' beliefs about the influence of the stars on human affairs and their use of astrology for divination purposes. The author provides detailed information on the Babylonians' astronomical instruments, such as the astrolabe and the water clock, and their methods of recording celestial observations. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy and astrology and the development of science in ancient civilizations.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1874 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.