Astronomy in the Old Testament (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore how ancient astronomy shaped biblical imagery and timekeeping, from zodiac symbols to daily calendars.

This scholarly work connects Old Testament imagery to Babylonian and Assyrian astronomical ideas. It examines monuments, inscriptions, and iconography to illuminate how celestial phenomena influenced religious thought and timekeeping.

• Learn how stars, planets, and celestial emblems appear in biblical and ancient Near Eastern contexts
• See how the division of day and night and the concept of evenings influenced Jewish timekeeping
• Compare biblical phrases with archaeological representations of the sun, moon, and other heavenly beings
• Discover how scholarly notes and appendices organize weeks, months, and ritual time

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