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Looking up at the endless night sky, one can but fathom the infinite possibilities and mysteries in the grandeur of the universe. From the first flickers of curiosity that would have lightened up the nights of the cave dwellers even before the discovery of fire to the modern-day sophisticated instruments, astronomy and related sciences have enchanted one and all.
Early civilizations’ fascination with the stars is delightful to know – how they used them for practical purposes in agriculture, timekeeping, and navigation. In ancient Mesopotamia, when the world might have been slumbering under the night sky with our only natural satellite peeking through their windows, the Babylonians were devising a lunar calendar by observing the phases of the moon.
The Greeks were not too far behind. Ptolemy, during the 2nd century, created a complex astronomical manuscript, widely known as the Almagest. It was predominantly about the motion of the planets and the stars, spherical trigonometry, and elliptic coordinates.
Then came the Renaissance!
A distinguishable event was the proposal of a heliocentric universe by Nicholas Copernicus - placing the Sun at the center and the Earth with other planets revolving around it. This model debunked the earlier-held theory of the geocentric universe. A few years later, along came Galileo Galilei. This was a phase-shifting moment not only for the astronomers in particular but for the civilization as a whole.
Astronomy and science are not only a source of inspiration but also a reminder of the incredible elegance and complexity of the world we live in. From the breathtaking beauty of a starry night to the intricate design of a butterfly’s wing, the wonders of science are all around us, just covered by a delicate veil, only to be discovered by those who seek them.
As we stand under the starry sky, we are the universe looking into itself. By taking an interest in astronomy and science, we are investing in our future and the future of our planet. Join the adventure today by subscribing to our newsletter and let the wonders of the universe unravel!
