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Originally Posted by rcheshire
Well 5 BC. This article/paper examines the astronomical/astrological data, observations and context surrounding the star of Bethlehem. The author, interestingly a Metallurgist/Material Scientist, does a pretty good job of identifying the star as a very bright comet that appeared in 5 BC. According to Chinese records, appearing between April and May of that year.
It's a long read, and kept my attention. Usually, I skim over, but the detail provided makes it worth while reading in detail.
www.asa3.org/ASA/topics/Astronomy-Cosmology/S&CB%2010-93Humphreys.html |
Thank you- that was a very informative read.
You're right- though it's a long read, it did keep my attention too, right to the very end.
