Al-Biruni’s Phases of the Moon

Al-Biruni’s phases of the moon. Fitting image for the lunar eclipse tonight. Biruni was one of the geniuses of astronomical investigation, active in the 11th century during a Golden Age of Islamic science.

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a close up of an illuminated manuscript. within a circle, three figures stand. on the edge there are at least five male bust drawings

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Live Reporting, Medieval History / October 25, 2023 / warfare

The Clash of Claymores 2019 happened this weekend at Shippensburg University- it was a weekend of Historic Eurpean Martial Arts (HEMA). The workshops and tournaments…

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