Can ancient calendars be considered engineering or physics inventions?

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Early calendars can be viewed as both engineering and physics inventions, as they involve measuring time and facilitating agricultural practices. The development of calendars likely had a theological aspect, as predicting natural cycles would elevate an individual's status in primitive societies. Understanding the mechanics of time measurement requires physics, while the practical application of this knowledge aligns with engineering principles. The discussion raises the question of whether labeling these inventions is necessary, suggesting that their multifaceted nature may defy simple categorization. Ultimately, early calendars reflect a blend of scientific understanding and societal needs.
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I was wondering if the early calendars developed by mankind can be considered engineering or physics inventions, as they were developed to count or measure time. Any opinions about this?
 
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Both?
You need physics to know what you want to build, and engineering to build it.
 
I think that they were probably a theological invention, if in a primitive society you could foretell the time to plant crops, the changing cycle of tides or when animals would start to migrate than you'd be a wise man who communicated with the Gods and thus got the best of everything.
 
I agree w/ mfb. Why do you feel the need to put a lable on them?
 
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