The domain of Transmission examines how astral knowledge was communicated between diverse Asian societies over the course of history, serving as an intellectual conduit to transport astronomical learning across space and time. Linguistic structures, logical frameworks, artistic expressions, and technical skills served as crucial elements in this communication process. Analyzing these elements allows us to understand how Asian societies conceptualized the heavens, developed celestial models, culturally imbued their knowledge, and ensured its practical application.
Each element offers a unique lens through which to view this knowledge exchange. Linguistic analysis unlocks the sociocultural meanings embedded in astronomical texts. Examining logic reveals problem-solving approaches and intellectual rigor. Artistic expressions illuminate the cultural and religious significance of celestial phenomena, while the technical skills highlight the ingenuity and practicality ingrained in the knowledge tradition. By studying these pathways of communication, ASTRA embarks on a compelling journey to discover the intellectual bridges that transmitted and preserved astral knowledge across Asia's multifaceted intellectual tradition.
