Celestial Harmony: Exploring the Analogy of Greek, Indian, South East Asian and Mizo Astronomy

This brief research explores the historical accounts and traditions of astronomy in Greece, India, Southeast Asia, and the Mizo people. We search to discover the common intellectual fabric that these civilisations share across space and time by examining their astronomical works. This research investigates the impact of Indian mathematical expertise on astronomical computations, from the discovery of zero to the development of trigonometric functions. As we shift our focus to Southeast Asia, we learn about the lesser-known but no less fascinating astrological traditions that were common in this area. Through the combination of Buddhism, Hinduism, and indigenous belief systems, a unique system emerged. The sky temples of Angkor and the ancient observatories are two instances of how Southeast Asian astronomy merges religious and scientific constituents. Most importantly, this research includes the perception of the Mizo people, an indigenous group with a rich cultural history. Following Mizo's historical astrological customs, we find interesting similarities and divergences with the larger Greek, Indian, and Southeast Asian traditions. The way that the stars are connected throughout Mizo rites, agriculture, and folklore provides an insight into the relationship between cosmic and everyday life. The investigation goes past listing commonalities to investigate how the Mizo people have modified and customised astronomical knowledge. The Mizo contribution offers a lively notion of humanity's relationship with the skies, whether through cosmic narratives, celestial navigation methods, or traditional star lore.

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Science & Technology Journal
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2025-02-20
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https://doi.org/10.22232/stj.2024.12.02.14
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Historical Astronomy and Related Studies
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Celestial Harmony: Exploring the Analogy of Greek, Indian, South East Asian and Mizo Astronomy

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Celestial Harmony: Exploring the Analogy of Greek, Indian, South East Asian and Mizo Astronomy

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Abstract

This brief research explores the historical accounts and traditions of astronomy in Greece, India, Southeast Asia, and the Mizo people. We search to discover the common intellectual fabric that these civilisations share across space and time by examining their astronomical works. This research investigates the impact of Indian mathematical expertise on astronomical computations, from the discovery of zero to the development of trigonometric functions. As we shift our focus to Southeast Asia, we learn about the lesser-known but no less fascinating astrological traditions that were common in this area. Through the combination of Buddhism, Hinduism, and indigenous belief systems, a unique system emerged. The sky temples of Angkor and the ancient observatories are two instances of how Southeast Asian astronomy merges religious and scientific constituents. Most importantly, this research includes the perception of the Mizo people, an indigenous group with a rich cultural history. Following Mizo's historical astrological customs, we find interesting similarities and divergences with the larger Greek, Indian, and Southeast Asian traditions. The way that the stars are connected throughout Mizo rites, agriculture, and folklore provides an insight into the relationship between cosmic and everyday life. The investigation goes past listing commonalities to investigate how the Mizo people have modified and customised astronomical knowledge. The Mizo contribution offers a lively notion of humanity's relationship with the skies, whether through cosmic narratives, celestial navigation methods, or traditional star lore.

Science & Technology JournalVol. 12(2)
Lung Institute (US)
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Historical Astronomy and Related Studies
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