The Astronomy of the Bible by E. Walter Maunder
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"The Astronomy of the Bible" by E. Walter Maunder is a scientific commentary on the astronomical references found in Holy Scripture, written in the early 20th century. The work aims to bridge the gap between ancient spiritual insights and modern astronomical understanding by interpreting biblical texts through an astronomical lens. This exploration reveals how the authors of the Bible viewed and understood the heavenly bodies, connecting their observations to historical and cultural
contexts. The opening of the book sets the stage for an examination of how astronomical principles can enhance our understanding of biblical texts. Maunder articulates the gap between the scientifically informed perspectives of modern astronomers and the ancient views represented in Scripture, emphasizing that the biblical narrative is not primarily scientific, but rich in spiritual meaning. He introduces the idea that astronomical knowledge was present even in ancient times and that biblical references to the cosmos serve to illustrate the attributes of God rather than to provide a scientific treatise on the heavens. Maunder's approach invites readers to reconsider the significance of the stars and celestial phenomena within the context of faith and spirituality, establishing a foundational framework for further exploration throughout the rest of the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Maunder, E. Walter (Edward Walter), 1851-1928 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Astronomy of the Bible An Elementary Commentary on the Astronomical References of Holy Scripture |
| Credits |
Produced by Curtis Weyant, Jeannie Howse, Lisa Reigel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Case Western Reserve University Preservation Department Digital Library) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QB: Science: Astronomy |
| Subject | Astronomy in the Bible |
| Subject | Constellations |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 28536 |
| Release Date | Apr 8, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 927 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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