Egyptian Astronomy

Egyptian astronomy was highly advanced and practical, primarily focused on tracking celestial movements to support agriculture, religion, and calendars. They observed stars, planets, and the Sun, aligning structures like pyramids and temples with celestial events. Notably, they divided the night sky into star groups and used a 365-day solar calendar, predating modern systems. Their precise astronomical knowledge helped them predict annual flooding of the Nile and determine religious festivals. While not chasing scientific theories like today’s astronomy, their observations laid important foundations for celestial understanding and influenced later civilizations.