Dendera Astrological Chart

The Dendera astrological chart, also known as the Dendera zodiac, is a famous depiction of the ancient Egyptian zodiac, discovered in the Hathor temple at Dendera, Egypt. The chart, carved in stone, is a circular representation of the heavens, featuring the zodiacal constellations, decans, and other celestial bodies. It is notable for its detailed and intricate design, which provides valuable insights into ancient Egyptian astronomy and astrology. The chart dates back to the Ptolemaic period, around the 1st century BCE. In Hebrew, it can be referred to as לוח הכוכבים של דנדרה. In French, it is known as le zodiaque de Dendérah, and in German, it is called das Dendera-Zodiak. The Dendera astrological chart is significant as it represents one of the earliest known attempts to map the heavens and align them with terrestrial events, reflecting the sophisticated understanding of astronomy in ancient Egyptian culture.