The Heavenly Writing: Divination, Horoscopy, and Astronomy in Mesopotamian Culture

By Francesca Rochberg

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Celestial phenomena in ancient Mesopotamia was observed and interpreted as signs from the gods as well as physical phenomena. Relating the various ways the heavens were contemplated and understood, this study traces the emergence of personal astrology from the tradition of celestial divination and how astronomical methodology developed for horoscopes. Its importance lies in its treatment of Babylonian celestial sciences (celestial divination, horoscopy, and astronomy) as subjects relevant to the history of science and culture.

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0521716616

ISBN13:9780521716611

Release Date:October 2007

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Length:360 Pages

Weight:1.05 lbs.

Dimensions:0.9" x 5.9" x 8.7"

Related Subjects

Ancient Assyria, Babylonia & Sumer Astrology Astronomy Astronomy & Astrophysics Astronomy & Space Science Divination History History & Philosophy Iraq

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