In an exclusive interview with DZWatch, Algerian astronomer Lot Bonatiro has unveiled the story behind his groundbreaking creation, the ‘Makkah Time’ clock. This innovative timepiece has garnered international acclaim, including a gold medal in England, and is now officially recognized in Saudi Arabia.
During his appearance on the ‘Sarrahni’ podcast on DZWatch, Bonatiro explained the scientific rationale for choosing the Makkah-Medina line as the prime meridian for timekeeping, instead of the traditional Greenwich Meridian. He emphasized that this selection was not arbitrary but based on precise scientific foundations and advanced astronomical calculations.
According to Bonatiro, the Makkah-Medina line serves as a pivotal axis for tracking the movements of planets, the sun, and the moon. This allows scientists to accurately calculate the calendar and determine the beginning of time from historical, astronomical, and religious perspectives.
“Everything began in these holy lands,” Bonatiro stated, highlighting the profound significance of Makkah and Medina in temporal and astronomical calculations. He emphasized that the ‘Makkah Time’ clock is not merely a device for telling time but a scientific and religious reference point that embodies the legacy of Islamic civilization.
DZWatch will continue to follow this story and provide updates as they become available.
Keywords: Lot Bonatiro, Makkah Time, Astronomy, Saudi Arabia, DZWatch
