Astronomy

The ancients knew the sky,

glittering diamonds in the nights,

captivating hearts, hypnotizing minds,

forming connections, with the divine. 

Astronomy... 

The study of stars & planets,

were one of the first branches, 

that inspired people of past,

to acquire knowledge vast,

and make sense, of the cosmos. 

Deeply linked to daily lives,

from commons to the elites,

incorporated in religious practice,

dictating decisions for countries, 

and make predictions, for the future. 

Civilizations needed timekeepers,

following solar or lunar calenders, 

with the phases, solstice, equinox,

positions of stars & constellations,

and make precise calculations. 

Astronomy... 

With meticulous observations, they grew,

from small rituals, to sophisticated models,

laying groundwork for scientific inquiries, 

building frameworks of various theories, 

and playing, an important role...

On advancements of civilizations!