al-Shatir
A great astronomer who made significant contributions to astronomy
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Mar 5, 2024 • 18min
The Apogee of Islamic Astronomy
Discover the disparity between European and Islamic astronomy, including critiques of Ptolemy's models and pursuit of alternatives. Learn about Albatruji and Maimonides challenging Ptolemy, the development of the Tusi Couple, and Al-Shatir's innovative use of epicycles in Islamic astronomy.
