The geocentric model is an ancient concept that dates back to Greek astronomer Claudius Ptolemy. It outlines a view of the universe with the Earth at its center. According to the geocentric model, all celestial bodies such as the Sun, Moon, stars, and planets revolve around the Earth in circular paths.
- The model reflects a time when Earth was thought to be the epitome of creation, unmovable and at the center of all beings.
- Celestial spheres were assumed to geospatially order the universe, orbiting Earth in perfect circles.
Over time, these observations encountered several anomalies that the model couldn't quite explain, like the retrograde motion of planets. Despite these inconsistencies, the geocentric model was widely accepted for many centuries, largely due to Ptolemy's influence and the lack of technological means to observe otherwise.