Tonight we will be treated to a rare celestial event: Venus and Jupiter will converge with the crescent moon to form an "unhappy face" in the southern sky. It should be quite a sight.
Some historians believe that a similar conjunction occurred around 2 B.C., inspiring the story of the Star of Bethlehem. This theory typically comes up this time of year to downplay the significance of the events surrounding Christ's birth. But even if we concede that what was witnessed 2,000 years ago was some sort of planetary alignment, we must still conclude that it was nothing short of miraculous since the wise men from the east followed it for about two years (Matthew 2).
So, what is the significance of this event? Nothing...other than the heavens continuing to declare the glory of God (Psalm 19:1).
*Hey, give me a break. I grew up on Schoolhouse Rock!
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You are too funny! Thanks for that little tib-bit of information. I love collecting pointless information about nothing!
I was fortunate enough to have seen this celestial event. For once in my life, right timing.
I called my five year old grandson so he could see it too.
I hope he always remembers.
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