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

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.

Author: Francesca Rochberg
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 10/01/2007
Pages: 360
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 8.70h x 5.90w x 0.90d
ISBN13: 9780521716611
ISBN10: 0521716616
BISAC Categories:
- History | Ancient | General
- History | Middle East | General
- Body, Mind & Spirit | Astrology | General

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