What was the connection between religion and astronomy in the Maya civilization?

Answer 1

Ancient humans, and modern humans have always been interested in astronomy. The stars can also help detect the time of year, so people know when to plant their crops. They are also looked at as symbols of God.

Answer 2

Religion and astronomy were closely intertwined in Maya civilization. Maya priests used astronomical observations to create calendars that were essential for religious rituals and ceremonies. They believed that celestial events, such as solstices and equinoxes, were connected to gods and could influence human activities. Astronomy played a significant role in shaping Maya religious beliefs and practices.

Answer 3

Astronomy is defined as being the study of celestial objects. The earliest study of celestial objects recorded was studying the cycles of the moon, the sun, and helical rising and setting stars for the purpose of determining times for ceremonies, planting, and seasonal changes. In this way we can say that religion played a role in mankind's need to develop Astrology.

Answer 4

mayans believed that they could learn about the gods through studying the stars.

Answer 5

Because their cockamamie religious system depended on it.

Also, it was important for telling them when was a good time to plant crops and so on.

Answer 6

They used it to make calendars and other things.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

the mayas used astronomy to help them keep track when to plant and harvest their crops

Answer 9

A number of reasons, but I think the main ones were religious and also for measuring the year. They had a very accurate calendar based on 360 days in a year.

Answer 10

They new it by their teachers