Definition: Autolatry is a term used in astronomy to describe the process of observing celestial objects through an instrument or telescope, without using any tools. This involves using telescopes and other instruments to observe stars, planets, and other objects that are not visible from Earth's surface. The term "autolatry" is often associated with the work of Italian astronomer Giovanni Domenico Mercator in the 17th century. He used a telescope called the Mercator Telescope to study the