Likutei Maharan (61:03) The wisdom of astronomy/astrology—knowing all the changes and future occurrences brought about by the spheres of the firmament—was taken from us and given over to the nations. Initially, this wisdom was given exclusively to us, as it is written, “since this is proof of your wisdom and discernment for the eyes of the nations”—and our Sages expounded: What is this wisdom and discernment that is recognized by the nations? Say that this refers to calculating the seasons and the constellations .
When exactly was this "taken from us"? Ancient Chinese, 5000 years ago already had astronomical systems, and this was around the time of Noah.
ReplyDeleteIt's a system of Chasidic thought in which the entire world not only revolves around the Jewish people and Torah but knows that they do.
DeleteIt's like the Gemara when they talk about the 7 mitzvos of Bnei Noach as if the rest of the world knows about them and their obligatory status.