Astronomy/astrology
Babylonian astrology arose next to astronomy. It was a magical and popular form that spread among people and became a means of solace and psychological balance more than it was a science. It had important social and parapsychological functions in society despite its non-scientific nature. The error always comes from considering it a science, which is a false science spread throughout all societies, and the Babylonians contributed to its qualitative development.
Babylonian Astronomy is the study and recording of astronomical objects during the early times of Mesopotamia. These records appear inscribed in cuneiform on Sumerian clay tablets, dating from 3500 to 3200 BC.
The Sumerians developed their own form of astronomy influenced by their religious mythology, which left an imprint on their Babylonian culture, including planetary deities who played an important role.
Babylonian astronomy focuses on a group of stars and constellations known as “Zigbo stars.”
These constellations were compiled from various early sources. The oldest star catalogs called “three stars each” mention stars in the Akkadian Empire, the Kingdom of Amurru, the Elam civilization and others.
Source: Khazal Al-Majidi, Babylonian Civilization