Galileo Galilei - Astronomical Discoveries and Conflict with the Church

May 7, 2024 · 2m 52s
Galileo Galilei - Astronomical Discoveries and Conflict with the Church
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In this episode, we explore the life and legacy of Galileo Galilei, a pioneering astronomer whose discoveries challenged the geocentric worldview of the Catholic Church. Galileo's groundbreaking observations through his...

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In this episode, we explore the life and legacy of Galileo Galilei, a pioneering astronomer whose discoveries challenged the geocentric worldview of the Catholic Church. Galileo's groundbreaking observations through his telescope revealed the moons of Jupiter, the craters of the Moon, and the phases of Venus, providing evidence for the heliocentric model of the solar system. However, his support for heliocentrism brought him into conflict with the Church, leading to his trial by the Roman Inquisition in 1633. Despite being forced to recant his beliefs, Galileo's legacy endures as a symbol of scientific inquiry and intellectual freedom.
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