2020 may have cast a dark shadow on most of the world, but there’s a bright light coming our way that you won’t want to miss. This rare event hasn’t happened in roughly 800 years, and it won’t happen again for a very long time. In just a few short days, you’ll want to find a cozy little spot outside, sit back, and look up to the night sky to check out the Christmas Star, also known as the Star of Bethelem.
On December 21, 2020, Jupiter and Saturn will be closer than they have been in 800 years.
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The good news is that you’ll have a front row seat to the show no matter where you live in the Bayou State. You won’t even need any special equipment, just your own two eyes and the hopes of a clear sky.
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Known as the Star of Bethlehem or the Christmas Star, this phenomenon occurs when Jupiter and Saturn pass so closely to one another that they appear to look like one giant star.
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So even though it’s called a “Christmas Star,” it’s actually two different planets.
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Described in the Gospel of Matthew as being the light that guided the three wise men to Jerusalem, it’s said to have been the inspiration for stars being placed on the tops of Christmas trees during the holiday season.
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Astronomers believe it won’t happen again until March of 2080, so be sure to set yourself a reminder for December 21, 2020.
Zodebala/Getty Images Seems rather fitting that such a rare sighting would happen in 2020 of all years, right? Expect the unexpected, folks!
Where will you be on the night of December 21 this year? Are you planning to watch the sky? Let us know in the comments below!
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Seems rather fitting that such a rare sighting would happen in 2020 of all years, right? Expect the unexpected, folks!
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