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Indian Astronomy's Contribution to Finno-Ugric Astronomy
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Which Indian astronomical text was translated into Finnish in the 17th century?
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Surya Siddhanta
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The Surya Siddhanta, an ancient Indian astronomical text, was translated into Finnish in the 17th century by a Swedish astronomer named Anders Celsius. This translation played a significant role in introducing Indian astronomical knowledge to the Finno-Ugric region.