Abd al-Rahman al-Sufi
Persian astronomer and author of 'Book of Fixed Stars'
Born
December 7th, 903
1121 years ago
Died
May 25th, 986
1038 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Persia
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A Persian astronomer and author, active during the 10th century. Authored 'Book of Fixed Stars', an influential astronomical work that cataloged stars and their locations. The work expanded on earlier Greek astronomy and introduced Arabic names for many stars. Contributed to the field of astronomy through observations and detailed star charts. His work served as a reference for later astronomers.
Authored 'Book of Fixed Stars'
Cataloged stars and their positions
Introduced Arabic star names
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