Philosophy
Abstract:
Traditional Aboriginal Australian cultures include a significant astronomical component, perpetuated through oral tradition and ceremony. This knowledge has practical navigational and calendrical functions, and sometimes extends to a deep understanding of the motion of objects in the sky. Here we explore whether this astronomical tradition is reflected in the rock art of Aboriginal Australians. We find several plausible examples of depictions of astronomical figures and symbols, and also evidence that astronomical observations were used to set out stone arrangements. However, we recognise that the case is not yet strong enough to make an unequivocal statement, and describe our plans for further research.
"Astronomical Symbolism in Australian Aboriginal Rock Art" by Ray P. Norris and Duane W. Hamacher
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Abstract:
Traditional Aboriginal Australian cultures include a significant astronomical component, perpetuated through oral tradition and ceremony. This knowledge has practical navigational and calendrical functions, and sometimes extends to a deep understanding of the motion of objects in the sky. Here we explore whether this astronomical tradition is reflected in the rock art of Aboriginal Australians. We find several plausible examples of depictions of astronomical figures and symbols, and also evidence that astronomical observations were used to set out stone arrangements. However, we recognise that the case is not yet strong enough to make an unequivocal statement, and describe our plans for further research.
"Astronomical Symbolism in Australian Aboriginal Rock Art" by Ray P. Norris and Duane W. Hamacher
Aboriginal oral traditions and "cosmic impacts and meteorite falls"--mythology
- F.w. Longbottom [astronomer]...a New Paper By Jeremy Shears
Abstract... Frederick William Longbottom FRAS (1850-1933) was an original member of the BAA and served as Director of its Photographic Section between 1906 and 1926. A hop merchant by trade, he spent much of his life in Chester where he was instrumental...
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[See below] "The world's first astronomers" by Louise Merrillees August 17th, 2012 ABC NewsAs the world's oldest continuous culture, Aboriginal people can make the claim to be the world's first astronomers.For them, gazing at the stars is...
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Abstract: The small community of the Tom´arˆaho, an ethnic group culturally derived from the Zamucos, have become known in the South American and world anthropological scenario in recent times. This group, far from the banks of the Paraguay river,...
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