A Mathematical Analysis of the Theory of Horizontal Sundials in the Ottoman Period: The Case of Risālah of Ruhāma
As the prayer times are determined according the sun’s position, the theory of sundials, how to draw and design them, hold a significant place in the history of Islamic astronomy. All Muslim scientists working on applied and theoretical sciences have books on this subject. Besides, as it was a part...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Scientific Studies Association (ILEM)
2015-05-01
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Series: | Nazariyat: Journal for the History of Islamic Philosophy and Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://nazariyat.org/content/5-sayilar/2-2/3-m0007/atilla-bir-sinasi-acar-mustafa-kacar.pdf |