Why Do We Have 7 Days in a Week?

01/12/2025 15 min

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Episode Synopsis

Explore the remarkable story behind the seven-day week—a human invention shaped by Babylonian astronomers, Jewish tradition, Roman power, and Norse mythology. This episode unpacks how a 4,000-year-old idea became a global standard that structures our lives today.• Learn how ancient sky-watchers inspired the rhythm of the week• Discover why religious traditions cemented the seven-day cycle• See how empires and cultures shaped the names of our weekdays