Venus Tablets of Ammisaduqa

The Venus Tablets of Ammisaduqa are ancient clay tablets from around 1600 BCE containing detailed records of the observations of Venus’ movements. They track how Venus appeared in the sky over several decades, helping to understand Babylonian astronomy. These observations are valuable for studying historical calendars, lunar and planetary cycles, and ancient timekeeping practices. The tablets provide insight into how ancient astronomers tracked celestial events to align religious festivals and governance, demonstrating early scientific observation and record-keeping.