Ms arabe 2583 fol 15v Nativities Treatise (before 1300)
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About Reproduction
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Painting Description
The manuscript Ms arabe 2583 fol 15v, known as the "Nativities Treatise," is an astrological work attributed to the renowned Persian scholar Abū Maʿshar, also known as Albumasar. Abū Maʿshar (787–886 CE) was a pivotal figure in the transmission of Hellenistic astrology to the Islamic world and subsequently to medieval Europe. His extensive writings on astrology and astronomy were highly influential, blending Greek, Indian, and Persian knowledge into a cohesive system that would shape astrological thought for centuries.
The "Nativities Treatise" is a part of Abū Maʿshar's larger corpus of astrological texts, which includes his famous "Great Introduction" (Kitāb al-Mudkhal al-Kabīr) and "Book of Revolutions of the Years of Nativities" (Kitāb al-Mawālīd). These works delve into the intricacies of casting horoscopes, interpreting celestial phenomena, and understanding their implications for human affairs. The treatise specifically focuses on the calculation and interpretation of nativities, or birth charts, which are essential for predicting an individual's future based on the positions of stars and planets at the time of their birth.
The manuscript Ms arabe 2583 fol 15v is a valuable artifact that provides insight into the medieval Islamic approach to astrology. It is written in Arabic, reflecting the scholarly language of the time, and showcases the meticulous care with which such manuscripts were produced. The folio in question, 15v, is part of a larger collection housed in the Bibliothèque nationale de France, one of the world's most prestigious repositories of historical manuscripts.
The significance of this manuscript lies not only in its content but also in its historical context. During the medieval period, Islamic scholars were at the forefront of scientific and philosophical inquiry, and their works were later translated into Latin, profoundly influencing the Renaissance and the development of Western science. Abū Maʿshar's treatises, including the "Nativities Treatise," played a crucial role in this intellectual exchange, bridging cultures and epochs through the universal language of the stars.
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Lead Time & Shipping
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Return & Refund
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