Map of the Christian Constellations as Depicted by Julius Schiller, from 'The Celestial Atlas, or The Harmony of the Universe'

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"The Celestial Atlas, or The Harmony of the Universe" (Harmonia Macrocosmica) by Andreas Cellarius is a renowned celestial atlas, first published in 1660 in Amsterdam. Among the striking illustrations in this work is the "Map of the Christian Constellations as Depicted by Julius Schiller," a unique and historical star chart that represents a significant attempt to Christianize the night sky. Julius Schiller, a German lawyer and amateur astronomer, sought to replace the traditional pagan constellations with Christian biblical and saintly figures. His work, "Coelum Stellatum Christianum" (Christian Starry Heavens), published posthumously in 1627, reimagined the heavens in accordance with Christian symbolism and narratives.

The map in Cellarius's atlas reflects Schiller's vision, depicting the sky not with the classical figures of Greek and Roman mythology, but with figures from the Christian tradition. For example, the constellation of Orion is replaced by the figure of St. Joseph holding the infant Jesus, and the constellation of Ursa Major becomes the image of the biblical King David. This Christianized celestial map is a testament to the cultural and religious shifts occurring during the 17th century, a time when the scientific revolution was beginning to challenge traditional beliefs and worldviews.

Cellarius's atlas, with its detailed and ornate engravings, is considered one of the most beautiful celestial atlases of the 17th century and is highly prized by collectors and historians of cartography and astronomy. The "Map of the Christian Constellations as Depicted by Julius Schiller" stands out as a particularly fascinating historical artifact, illustrating the intersection of science, art, and religion during the early modern period.

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