27. Reinhard Pirngruber: Babylonian astronomical diaries

Reinhard reveals the wealth of information recorded in the so-called "astronomical diaries". The astronomical component was, and still is, a valuable resource. But there is so much more. The diaries document fascinating historical details, help us understand the Babylonian economy, and offer remarkable details about the ancient environment. 2:32 introduction to astronomical diaries 5:40 what do the diaries say? 10:37 who wrote them? 12:21 why were they written? 13:47 why are they impor...