Engelbert Kaempfer's History of Japan (translated 1728) catalogues dramatic celestial events under Emperor Sinan (started 29 BC). His 36th year saw it 'rain stars from heaven.' By year 40, China reportedly witnessed violent storms, comets, fiery dragons, and 'fire from heaven.' A remarkable record of cosmic chaos! 🌠⚡
Engelbert Kaempfer's History of Japan records celestial events in reign of Sinan
Key facts
- Source: History of Japan by Engelbert Kaempfer, MD, translated by J.G. Scheuchzer in 1728
- Account covers the reign of Sinan, which began in 29 BC
- In the 36th year of Sinan's reign, it "rained stars from heaven" in Japan
- In the 40th year of his reign, a violent storm of thunder and lightning arose suddenly in China
- Comets, fiery dragons, and uncommon meteors appeared in the air, and "it rained fire from heaven"
Sources
History of Japan by Engelbertus Kæmpfersainsbury-institute.org
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The history of Japan, giving an account of the ancient and present state and government of that empire; of its temples, palaces, castles and other buildings.
The History of Japan by Engelbert Kaempfer - Books-A-Millionbooksamillion.com
1. Apparently a reissue of the 1727 edition, with a cancel titlepage in vol.1 only, dated 1728; Vol. 2 has a second appendix inserted after the index, with ...
Kaempfer's Japan: Tokugawa Culture Observed - Google Booksbooks.google.com
Engelbert Kaempfer's work was a best-seller from the moment it was published in London in 1727 and remains one of the most valuable sources for historians ...
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Engelbert Kaempfer served as a surgeon at Deshima from 1690 to 1692. He gathered extensive notes on the history, culture, and natural history of Japan.
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