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Indian Astronomy's Influence on Baltic Astronomy
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Which Indian astronomical text was translated into Latin in the 13th century, influencing European astronomy?
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Surya Siddhanta
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The Surya Siddhanta, an ancient Indian astronomical text, was translated into Latin in the 13th century by Gerard of Cremona. This translation had a significant impact on European astronomy, introducing concepts like the heliocentric model and the use of trigonometry in astronomical calculations.