The Origin of the 7-Day Week: A Historical Overview

Discover the history and origins of the 7-day week, tracing its roots back to the Babylonians and its global impact.

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The 7-day week was likely adopted from the Babylonians around 600 BCE. Their choice was influenced by the seven heavenly bodies they observed: the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn. The system later spread through Hebrew, Greek, and Roman cultures, becoming a global standard.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why did the Babylonians choose a 7-day week? The Babylonians based the 7-day week on their observations of seven heavenly bodies, including the sun and moon.
  2. How did the 7-day week spread globally? The 7-day week spread through cultures such as Hebrew, Greek, and Roman, becoming a standard in many parts of the world.
  3. What are the seven heavenly bodies? The seven heavenly bodies observed by the Babylonians included the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn.
  4. When did the 7-day week become widely adopted? The 7-day week was widely adopted around 600 BCE and has since become a global standard.

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