The document discusses various astronomical phenomena that occurred between 7 BC and 2 BC, including multiple conjunctions of Jupiter, Venus, Mars, and Saturn as well as a supernova, and argues these were the celestial events referred to as the Star of Bethlehem that guided the Magi to Jesus. It suggests the Magi's careful observations of these events over several years indicated to them that a king of the Jews had been born in Judea.
The document summarizes the astronomical events that may have constituted the Star of Bethlehem that led the Magi to Jesus. It describes planetary conjunctions of Jupiter, Venus, and Mars between 3 BC to 2 BC, including a conjunction on December 25, 2 BC where Jupiter stopped directly over Bethlehem. The document suggests these astronomical signs would have been interpreted by the Magi, who were astrologers, as indications that a new Jewish king had been born, leading them to find Jesus.
The document discusses theories about the Star of Bethlehem that guided the Magi to Jesus. It describes astronomical events like planetary conjunctions in the constellations of Pisces, Virgo and Leo between 7 BC and 2 BC that may have signaled to the Magi that a king was born in Judea, as well as a possible nova or supernova in 5 BC. The document argues these celestial events, along with the Magi's knowledge of Hebrew prophecies, likely inspired their journey to worship the newborn King.
The document discusses various astronomical phenomena that may have been the Star of Bethlehem that guided the Magi to Jesus. It describes conjunctions of Jupiter, Venus, Mars and the star Regulus in 3-2 BC that could have signified to the Magi the birth of the Jewish king. The document also notes a possible nova or supernova in July 5 BC that Chinese records and an ancient Roman painting depict. Finally, it discusses how on December 25, 2 BC, Jupiter stopped in the constellation Virgo directly over Bethlehem, which may have indicated to the Magi to travel there, where they found Jesus.
The document provides information on various fixed stars, their locations in constellations, and associated meanings and influences. It discusses stars such as Alcyone, Aldebaran, Antares, Arcturus, Bellatrix, Betelgeuse, Castor, Denebola, Diadem and Facies. For each star, it gives the constellation and degree, associated planetary energies or qualities, and potential influences or challenges they can represent when aligned with natal planets. The document encourages exploring fixed stars to add greater context and depth to understanding astrological charts.
This document is the first chapter of the book "Twilight" by T. Lobsang Rampa. It describes an old plane flying from Vancouver to Calgary and introduces the main characters, Miss Taddy and Miss Cleo Rampa. It then discusses some events that led the author to leave British Columbia. The chapter ends by beginning to answer readers' questions about topics like sleepwalking, the Land of the Golden Light, and communicating with animals in the astral plane.
1. The document summarizes the contents of the Necronomicon, a fictional grimoire (book of spells) created by H.P. Lovecraft.
2. It describes how Abdul Alhazred, a young shepherd, discovered three magical symbols on a floating stone that summoned serpents. He was given knowledge from this encounter.
3. The document outlines some of the spells and knowledge contained in the Necronomicon, including how to summon demons and travel to other realms. It warns that the book contains dangerous secrets that have destroyed past civilizations.
This document discusses the divine feminine through examining various religious texts and traditions. It explores the roles of Eve and Sarah as examples of balancing the masculine and feminine. It argues that in the Garden of Eden and in Zion, there is no patriarchy or matriarchy, but rather a balance between the masculine and feminine with neither dominating. It also discusses how Satan worked to disrupt the perfect union of Adam and Eve by making them self-conscious and driving a wedge between them.
The document discusses the divine feminine and the roles of women in creation based on religious texts. It provides several examples:
- Proverbs describes Lady Wisdom as playing a role in creation alongside God. Genesis also references a divine feminine spirit that moved over the waters during creation.
- Goddess figures like Nut in Egyptian mythology and Wisdom in the Bible demonstrate creative female aspects of deity.
- Adam and Eve are said to have united divinely before coming to Earth, where their separation allowed for humanity's existence and Christ's mission to reunite them.
- Sarah is credited in Jewish traditions with converting women to follow Abraham, demonstrating her own divine role alongside Abraham in gathering souls.
The document summarizes the astronomical events that may have constituted the Star of Bethlehem that led the Magi to Jesus. It describes planetary conjunctions of Jupiter, Venus, and Mars between 3 BC to 2 BC, including a conjunction on December 25, 2 BC where Jupiter stopped directly over Bethlehem. The document suggests these astronomical signs would have been interpreted by the Magi, who were astrologers, as indications that a new Jewish king had been born, leading them to find Jesus.
The document discusses theories about the Star of Bethlehem that guided the Magi to Jesus. It describes astronomical events like planetary conjunctions in the constellations of Pisces, Virgo and Leo between 7 BC and 2 BC that may have signaled to the Magi that a king was born in Judea, as well as a possible nova or supernova in 5 BC. The document argues these celestial events, along with the Magi's knowledge of Hebrew prophecies, likely inspired their journey to worship the newborn King.
The document discusses various astronomical phenomena that may have been the Star of Bethlehem that guided the Magi to Jesus. It describes conjunctions of Jupiter, Venus, Mars and the star Regulus in 3-2 BC that could have signified to the Magi the birth of the Jewish king. The document also notes a possible nova or supernova in July 5 BC that Chinese records and an ancient Roman painting depict. Finally, it discusses how on December 25, 2 BC, Jupiter stopped in the constellation Virgo directly over Bethlehem, which may have indicated to the Magi to travel there, where they found Jesus.
The document provides information on various fixed stars, their locations in constellations, and associated meanings and influences. It discusses stars such as Alcyone, Aldebaran, Antares, Arcturus, Bellatrix, Betelgeuse, Castor, Denebola, Diadem and Facies. For each star, it gives the constellation and degree, associated planetary energies or qualities, and potential influences or challenges they can represent when aligned with natal planets. The document encourages exploring fixed stars to add greater context and depth to understanding astrological charts.
This document is the first chapter of the book "Twilight" by T. Lobsang Rampa. It describes an old plane flying from Vancouver to Calgary and introduces the main characters, Miss Taddy and Miss Cleo Rampa. It then discusses some events that led the author to leave British Columbia. The chapter ends by beginning to answer readers' questions about topics like sleepwalking, the Land of the Golden Light, and communicating with animals in the astral plane.
1. The document summarizes the contents of the Necronomicon, a fictional grimoire (book of spells) created by H.P. Lovecraft.
2. It describes how Abdul Alhazred, a young shepherd, discovered three magical symbols on a floating stone that summoned serpents. He was given knowledge from this encounter.
3. The document outlines some of the spells and knowledge contained in the Necronomicon, including how to summon demons and travel to other realms. It warns that the book contains dangerous secrets that have destroyed past civilizations.
This document discusses the divine feminine through examining various religious texts and traditions. It explores the roles of Eve and Sarah as examples of balancing the masculine and feminine. It argues that in the Garden of Eden and in Zion, there is no patriarchy or matriarchy, but rather a balance between the masculine and feminine with neither dominating. It also discusses how Satan worked to disrupt the perfect union of Adam and Eve by making them self-conscious and driving a wedge between them.
The document discusses the divine feminine and the roles of women in creation based on religious texts. It provides several examples:
- Proverbs describes Lady Wisdom as playing a role in creation alongside God. Genesis also references a divine feminine spirit that moved over the waters during creation.
- Goddess figures like Nut in Egyptian mythology and Wisdom in the Bible demonstrate creative female aspects of deity.
- Adam and Eve are said to have united divinely before coming to Earth, where their separation allowed for humanity's existence and Christ's mission to reunite them.
- Sarah is credited in Jewish traditions with converting women to follow Abraham, demonstrating her own divine role alongside Abraham in gathering souls.
The document discusses evidence that a series of astronomical events in the skies over Jerusalem, including multiple conjunctions of Jupiter, Venus, and Regulus between 3 BC and 2 BC, along with a nova, likely served as the "Star of Bethlehem" that guided the Magi to visit the newborn Jesus. It summarizes the astronomical events in detail and argues they would have signaled to the Magi that a new Jewish king had been born, as they followed Jupiter's path through the night sky until it stopped over Bethlehem on December 25, 2 BC. The document also discusses other evidence supporting Jesus' birth occurring between 3 BC to 2 BC.
The document discusses theories about the Star of Bethlehem based on astronomical phenomena and biblical passages. It suggests that a series of rare planetary conjunctions between Jupiter and other planets/stars from 3 BC to 2 BC, culminating with Jupiter stopping over Bethlehem on December 25, 2 BC, likely inspired the Magi's journey and matched the description of the star. The document examines different interpretations of these signs by Roman, Jewish, and Magi observers and builds a chronological case for dating Jesus' birth to September 11, 3 BC.
The document discusses theories about the Star of Bethlehem mentioned in the Bible. It examines possible identities of the wise men, dates the star based on historical evidence like king Herod's reign, and considers both supernatural and natural explanations for the star. The document outlines its plan to provide background on the wise men and Herod, discuss dating methods, and analyze supernatural and natural theories for the star before drawing conclusions.
This document provides information about the astrological ages and zodiacs. It discusses how Hipparchus studied the stars in 190 BCE and how the sidereal zodiac represents the patterns of visible stars. It then explains how the tropical zodiac divides the sidereal zodiac into 30 degree segments to accurately track planetary movement. Various diagrams are included to illustrate the relationship between the tropical zodiac, horoscopes, and the movement of the sun and earth. The document also summarizes how each astrological age influences and builds upon the previous age over approximately 2,000 year periods.
The document discusses several possible astronomical explanations for the "Star of Bethlehem" that guided the Three Wise Men in the Bible to Jesus. These include a conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn, Halley's Comet, and supernovae that were observed in the relevant time period. While uncertainties remain, the document argues that the Wise Men were likely expert astronomers who noticed very rare astronomical phenomena that signaled significant events. The document also briefly notes that some Christian traditions interpret the star as a host of angels instead of a celestial object.
This document provides information about the astrological ages and zodiacs. It discusses how each new age emerges from the previous age and incorporates its influences, like tree rings. The four ages discussed are Taurus-Scorpio, Aries-Libra, Pisces-Virgo, and the coming Age of Aquarius. Each age is associated with prominent female figures, major developments in areas like religion, law, and education are traced back to the symbolic influences of the ages and zodiacs. Diagrams show the precession of the equinoxes and how this relates to the changing astrological ages over long time periods.
The year 1977 marked the beginning of quantavolutionary publications about sa...Deepak Somaji-Sawant
This document summarizes the views of several authors on the ancient planet Saturn and its role as a second sun in Earth's prehistory. The key points are:
1) Saturn was once a huge star that shone brightly in Earth's sky during the day and night, dominating the heavens and influencing ancient mythologies.
2) After leaving an imprint on Earth and humanity, Saturn is said to have exploded in a nova or collision, causing a global flood and making Jupiter the new "king of the heavens."
3) Ancient myths and symbols from cultures around the world are analyzed and interpreted as representing Saturn and its transition from a luminous object to a planetary body.
The zodiac originated from the Babylonians who divided the sky into 12 sections representing 12 phases of the sun. The Greeks later adopted this concept and assigned representations of animals to each section, known as signs of the zodiac. Each zodiac sign is associated with an element and a planet and has a symbolic representation such as the ram for Aries or the scales for Libra.
The zodiac originated from the Babylonians who divided the sky into 12 sections representing 12 phases of the sun. The Greeks later adopted this concept and assigned each section representations of constellations. The document then provides the symbol, element, and planet associated with each of the 12 zodiac signs and a brief myth or story about the origin of the constellation representation.
Astrology and biblical astronomy both study celestial bodies, but with key differences. Astrology believes celestial positions influence human lives, while biblical astronomy views bodies as signs reflecting God's light. The Zodiac signs used in astrology date to Roman times and have shifted about one sign from when the constellations were actually created. Biblical astronomy aligns the Hebrew calendar and feasts like Passover with the constellations' positions at significant historical events like Jesus's crucifixion. Revelation predicts future apocalyptic signs involving eclipses and comets.
This document provides an overview of mythological astrology. It begins with definitions of astronomy and astrology, noting their differences. It then discusses experts in Greek astronomy and their use of constellations. The main section describes the planets according to Greek mythology, including their namesakes in the Olympian pantheon and characteristics. Additional sections cover other constellations not part of the zodiac, the signs of the zodiac, and how the planets were associated with the calendar. In general, the document examines how Greek mythology and religion influenced early understandings of astronomy.
The document provides an introduction to constellations visible in the night sky, including how to find and identify some of the major constellations. It discusses how people have observed patterns in the stars for millennia and describes techniques for stargazing without equipment, such as using the Big Dipper to locate Polaris. The document then profiles several constellations like Ursa Major, Ursa Minor, Orion, and zodiac constellations including Pisces, Aries, and Taurus, providing myths and stories associated with each.
The document contains multiple questions about astronomy and mythology. It asks the reader to identify celestial objects like planets, stars, and constellations. It also asks the reader to provide context about astronomical discoveries and mythology stories involving figures like Orion and Phaethon.
Please Very Sorry . Their's Zodiac Signs @ Different Astronomy Findings . Very Sorry All @ World-Wide . The Myths Likes Data are Stage - Activities . They Regain Life Again from Injuries .
( Please Communicate @Telecommuncation Terminal Messaging ; Its for the Astronomy-Data Need To Be Removed from Slideshare ).
There are 13 astrological signs, though dates have shifted from when the system was devised 3000 years ago. Each sign is associated with a planet and Greek mythology provides origins for the signs, which represent both constellations and periods of the year. The signs are Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces and Ophiuchus. Planets associated with signs include Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune.
The document discusses the Egyptian belief in dualism, namely that every person had both a physical body and a spiritual double called a "ka." The God King Scenario (GKS) proposes that the ka was not just a spirit but represented actual celestial bodies like planets and comets. It contends that Egyptian pharaohs were representations of these planetary bodies, primarily Mars, Venus, Mercury and the Moon. A key Egyptian belief was that there were two lands - Upper Egypt representing heaven and Lower Egypt representing Earth. The GKS argues this duality was a literal physical duality, with Upper Egypt being a real place in the sky that ancient Egyptians believed they could access in the afterlife.
The document provides an overview of Turkish mythology and history. It discusses how the Turks originated in Central Asia and established 16 great empires spanning Europe, Asia and North Africa by 1000 AD. It then summarizes some of the major empires founded by Turks. The document also discusses elements of Turkish mythology like the Book of Dede Korkut epic of the Oghuz Turks, as well as Turkish beliefs involving the moon, stars and sky.
This document provides an introduction and overview of the book "The Saturn Myth" by David N. Talbott. It discusses how Talbott was intrigued by Velikovsky's claim that Saturn was once the pre-eminent planetary god in ancient mythology. Talbott then set out to examine Saturn's mythical character in more detail. The summary argues that ancient sources describe Saturn as the "Great God" or "Universal Monarch" that visually dominated the ancient heavens. Through detailed analysis of symbols and imagery, Talbott contends that early civilization sought to recreate or commemorate Saturn's organization of its "celestial kingdom," and that Saturn's dramatic appearance in the sky at that time inspired humanity's leap into civilization.
~~ The greek name for constellations, was ^^ katasterismoi ^^ ~~ ( from goog...Deepak Somaji Sawant
The document discusses Greek myths and beliefs about constellations. It explains that the Greeks believed the constellations were heroes and beasts placed in the heavens after their deeds. The main sources of Greek star myths were works by Hesiod, Pherecydes, Pseudo-Eratosthenes, Aratus and Hyginus. It then provides summaries of Greek myths associated with specific constellations like Andromeda, Aquila, and Aries.
American Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development is indexed, refereed and peer-reviewed journal, which is designed to publish research articles.
A mother is watching a concert with her child when she realizes the child is missing. She sees the child on stage sitting at a piano, playing "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star". The great piano master joins the child, placing his hands over the child's to add bass and accompaniment. Together they transform a frightening situation into a wonderful creative experience, mesmerizing the audience with their joint performance of the simple song. The story suggests that with God's help, even simple efforts can be transformed into great accomplishments.
The document discusses the significance of Iraq in biblical history. It notes that Iraq, which was formerly known as Babylon, Mesopotamia, and the land of Shinar, is the second most mentioned nation in the Bible after Israel. Many important biblical events took place in cities and regions located in what is now Iraq, including the creation of Adam and Eve in Eden, the Tower of Babel, and prophecies against Babylon.
The document discusses evidence that a series of astronomical events in the skies over Jerusalem, including multiple conjunctions of Jupiter, Venus, and Regulus between 3 BC and 2 BC, along with a nova, likely served as the "Star of Bethlehem" that guided the Magi to visit the newborn Jesus. It summarizes the astronomical events in detail and argues they would have signaled to the Magi that a new Jewish king had been born, as they followed Jupiter's path through the night sky until it stopped over Bethlehem on December 25, 2 BC. The document also discusses other evidence supporting Jesus' birth occurring between 3 BC to 2 BC.
The document discusses theories about the Star of Bethlehem based on astronomical phenomena and biblical passages. It suggests that a series of rare planetary conjunctions between Jupiter and other planets/stars from 3 BC to 2 BC, culminating with Jupiter stopping over Bethlehem on December 25, 2 BC, likely inspired the Magi's journey and matched the description of the star. The document examines different interpretations of these signs by Roman, Jewish, and Magi observers and builds a chronological case for dating Jesus' birth to September 11, 3 BC.
The document discusses theories about the Star of Bethlehem mentioned in the Bible. It examines possible identities of the wise men, dates the star based on historical evidence like king Herod's reign, and considers both supernatural and natural explanations for the star. The document outlines its plan to provide background on the wise men and Herod, discuss dating methods, and analyze supernatural and natural theories for the star before drawing conclusions.
This document provides information about the astrological ages and zodiacs. It discusses how Hipparchus studied the stars in 190 BCE and how the sidereal zodiac represents the patterns of visible stars. It then explains how the tropical zodiac divides the sidereal zodiac into 30 degree segments to accurately track planetary movement. Various diagrams are included to illustrate the relationship between the tropical zodiac, horoscopes, and the movement of the sun and earth. The document also summarizes how each astrological age influences and builds upon the previous age over approximately 2,000 year periods.
The document discusses several possible astronomical explanations for the "Star of Bethlehem" that guided the Three Wise Men in the Bible to Jesus. These include a conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn, Halley's Comet, and supernovae that were observed in the relevant time period. While uncertainties remain, the document argues that the Wise Men were likely expert astronomers who noticed very rare astronomical phenomena that signaled significant events. The document also briefly notes that some Christian traditions interpret the star as a host of angels instead of a celestial object.
This document provides information about the astrological ages and zodiacs. It discusses how each new age emerges from the previous age and incorporates its influences, like tree rings. The four ages discussed are Taurus-Scorpio, Aries-Libra, Pisces-Virgo, and the coming Age of Aquarius. Each age is associated with prominent female figures, major developments in areas like religion, law, and education are traced back to the symbolic influences of the ages and zodiacs. Diagrams show the precession of the equinoxes and how this relates to the changing astrological ages over long time periods.
The year 1977 marked the beginning of quantavolutionary publications about sa...Deepak Somaji-Sawant
This document summarizes the views of several authors on the ancient planet Saturn and its role as a second sun in Earth's prehistory. The key points are:
1) Saturn was once a huge star that shone brightly in Earth's sky during the day and night, dominating the heavens and influencing ancient mythologies.
2) After leaving an imprint on Earth and humanity, Saturn is said to have exploded in a nova or collision, causing a global flood and making Jupiter the new "king of the heavens."
3) Ancient myths and symbols from cultures around the world are analyzed and interpreted as representing Saturn and its transition from a luminous object to a planetary body.
The zodiac originated from the Babylonians who divided the sky into 12 sections representing 12 phases of the sun. The Greeks later adopted this concept and assigned representations of animals to each section, known as signs of the zodiac. Each zodiac sign is associated with an element and a planet and has a symbolic representation such as the ram for Aries or the scales for Libra.
The zodiac originated from the Babylonians who divided the sky into 12 sections representing 12 phases of the sun. The Greeks later adopted this concept and assigned each section representations of constellations. The document then provides the symbol, element, and planet associated with each of the 12 zodiac signs and a brief myth or story about the origin of the constellation representation.
Astrology and biblical astronomy both study celestial bodies, but with key differences. Astrology believes celestial positions influence human lives, while biblical astronomy views bodies as signs reflecting God's light. The Zodiac signs used in astrology date to Roman times and have shifted about one sign from when the constellations were actually created. Biblical astronomy aligns the Hebrew calendar and feasts like Passover with the constellations' positions at significant historical events like Jesus's crucifixion. Revelation predicts future apocalyptic signs involving eclipses and comets.
This document provides an overview of mythological astrology. It begins with definitions of astronomy and astrology, noting their differences. It then discusses experts in Greek astronomy and their use of constellations. The main section describes the planets according to Greek mythology, including their namesakes in the Olympian pantheon and characteristics. Additional sections cover other constellations not part of the zodiac, the signs of the zodiac, and how the planets were associated with the calendar. In general, the document examines how Greek mythology and religion influenced early understandings of astronomy.
The document provides an introduction to constellations visible in the night sky, including how to find and identify some of the major constellations. It discusses how people have observed patterns in the stars for millennia and describes techniques for stargazing without equipment, such as using the Big Dipper to locate Polaris. The document then profiles several constellations like Ursa Major, Ursa Minor, Orion, and zodiac constellations including Pisces, Aries, and Taurus, providing myths and stories associated with each.
The document contains multiple questions about astronomy and mythology. It asks the reader to identify celestial objects like planets, stars, and constellations. It also asks the reader to provide context about astronomical discoveries and mythology stories involving figures like Orion and Phaethon.
Please Very Sorry . Their's Zodiac Signs @ Different Astronomy Findings . Very Sorry All @ World-Wide . The Myths Likes Data are Stage - Activities . They Regain Life Again from Injuries .
( Please Communicate @Telecommuncation Terminal Messaging ; Its for the Astronomy-Data Need To Be Removed from Slideshare ).
There are 13 astrological signs, though dates have shifted from when the system was devised 3000 years ago. Each sign is associated with a planet and Greek mythology provides origins for the signs, which represent both constellations and periods of the year. The signs are Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces and Ophiuchus. Planets associated with signs include Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune.
The document discusses the Egyptian belief in dualism, namely that every person had both a physical body and a spiritual double called a "ka." The God King Scenario (GKS) proposes that the ka was not just a spirit but represented actual celestial bodies like planets and comets. It contends that Egyptian pharaohs were representations of these planetary bodies, primarily Mars, Venus, Mercury and the Moon. A key Egyptian belief was that there were two lands - Upper Egypt representing heaven and Lower Egypt representing Earth. The GKS argues this duality was a literal physical duality, with Upper Egypt being a real place in the sky that ancient Egyptians believed they could access in the afterlife.
The document provides an overview of Turkish mythology and history. It discusses how the Turks originated in Central Asia and established 16 great empires spanning Europe, Asia and North Africa by 1000 AD. It then summarizes some of the major empires founded by Turks. The document also discusses elements of Turkish mythology like the Book of Dede Korkut epic of the Oghuz Turks, as well as Turkish beliefs involving the moon, stars and sky.
This document provides an introduction and overview of the book "The Saturn Myth" by David N. Talbott. It discusses how Talbott was intrigued by Velikovsky's claim that Saturn was once the pre-eminent planetary god in ancient mythology. Talbott then set out to examine Saturn's mythical character in more detail. The summary argues that ancient sources describe Saturn as the "Great God" or "Universal Monarch" that visually dominated the ancient heavens. Through detailed analysis of symbols and imagery, Talbott contends that early civilization sought to recreate or commemorate Saturn's organization of its "celestial kingdom," and that Saturn's dramatic appearance in the sky at that time inspired humanity's leap into civilization.
~~ The greek name for constellations, was ^^ katasterismoi ^^ ~~ ( from goog...Deepak Somaji Sawant
The document discusses Greek myths and beliefs about constellations. It explains that the Greeks believed the constellations were heroes and beasts placed in the heavens after their deeds. The main sources of Greek star myths were works by Hesiod, Pherecydes, Pseudo-Eratosthenes, Aratus and Hyginus. It then provides summaries of Greek myths associated with specific constellations like Andromeda, Aquila, and Aries.
American Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development is indexed, refereed and peer-reviewed journal, which is designed to publish research articles.
A mother is watching a concert with her child when she realizes the child is missing. She sees the child on stage sitting at a piano, playing "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star". The great piano master joins the child, placing his hands over the child's to add bass and accompaniment. Together they transform a frightening situation into a wonderful creative experience, mesmerizing the audience with their joint performance of the simple song. The story suggests that with God's help, even simple efforts can be transformed into great accomplishments.
The document discusses the significance of Iraq in biblical history. It notes that Iraq, which was formerly known as Babylon, Mesopotamia, and the land of Shinar, is the second most mentioned nation in the Bible after Israel. Many important biblical events took place in cities and regions located in what is now Iraq, including the creation of Adam and Eve in Eden, the Tower of Babel, and prophecies against Babylon.
- Conservatives have made gains in restricting abortion at the state level, with 4 states tightening restrictions in the last 2 months including Virginia, Arkansas, Kansas, and Alabama. Anti-abortion groups see this as evidence of a fundamental culture change, while abortion rights groups call it an alarming trend.
- The increased restrictions come as a poll finds 52% of Americans believe abortion should be illegal with some or no exceptions, though support for keeping Roe v. Wade as the law of the land remains high. Abortion rights advocates argue the state laws will energize voters ahead of 2014 elections.
Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated in the United States and Canada in late November. It originated as a harvest festival and is now celebrated with family and friends over a feast that traditionally includes turkey, potatoes, vegetables, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. The holiday commemorates the Pilgrims sharing a harvest meal with the Wampanoag people in 1621.
A backhoe operator attempted an unusual maneuver by lifting a worker in the backhoe bucket high in the air. The worker was surprised by this unexpected action. It seems the backhoe was being used in a way not intended by the manufacturer, showing creative problem solving by finding an alternative use of equipment.
The document summarizes a concert by Christian musician Steve Green dedicated to Commander Rick Husband, who died in the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster. Green had known Husband for years and sang at receptions before his shuttle launches. Husband shared his Christian faith with the crew before missions. He recorded 34 devotionals for his children during his final mission. The document aims to share the untold aspects of Husband's strong Christian faith in the face of media silence on the topic.
Lesson 12 - The Blessed Hope: The Mark of the Christian.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 12 - The Blessed Hope: The Mark of the Christian
SBS – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
The Book of Samuel is a book in the Hebrew Bible, found as two books in the Old Testament. The book is part of the Deuteronomistic history, a series of books that constitute a theological history of the Israelites and that aim to explain God's law for Israel under the guidance of the prophets.
Chandra Dev: Unveiling the Mystery of the Moon GodExotic India
Shining brightly in the sky, some days more than others, the Moon in popular culture is a symbol of love, romance, and beauty. The ancient Hindu texts, however, mention the Moon as an intriguing and powerful being, worshiped by sages as Chandra.
Astronism, Cosmism and Cosmodeism: the space religions espousing the doctrine...Cometan
This lecture created by Brandon Taylorian (aka Cometan) specially for the CESNUR Conference held Bordeaux in June 2024 provides a brief introduction to the legacy of religious and philosophical thought that Astronism emerges from, namely the discourse on transcension started assuredly by the Cosmists in Russia in the mid-to-late nineteenth century and then carried on and developed by Mordecai Nessyahu in Cosmodeism in the twentieth century. Cometan also then provides some detail on his story in founding Astronism in the early twenty-first century from 2013 along with details on the central Astronist doctrine of transcension. Finally, the lecture concludes with some contributions made by space religions and space philosophy and their influences on various cultural facets in art, literature and film.
Lucid Dreaming: Understanding the Risks and Benefits
The ability to control one's dreams or for the dreamer to be aware that he or she is dreaming. This process, called lucid dreaming, has some potential risks as well as many fascinating benefits. However, many people are hesitant to try it initially for fear of the potential dangers. This article aims to clarify these concerns by exploring both the risks and benefits of lucid dreaming.
The Benefits of Lucid Dreaming
Lucid dreaming allows a person to take control of their dream world, helping them overcome their fears and eliminate nightmares. This technique is particularly useful for mental health. By taking control of their dreams, individuals can face challenging scenarios in a controlled environment, which can help reduce anxiety and increase self-confidence.
Addressing Common Concerns
Physical Harm in Dreams Lucid dreaming is fundamentally safe. In a lucid dream, everything is a creation of your mind. Therefore, nothing in the dream can physically harm you. Despite the vividness and realness of the dream experience, it remains entirely within your mental landscape, posing no physical danger.
Mental Health Risks Concerns about developing PTSD or other mental illnesses from lucid dreaming are unfounded. As soon as you wake up, it's clear that the events experienced in the dream were not real. On the contrary, lucid dreaming is often seen as a therapeutic tool for conditions like PTSD, as it allows individuals to reframe and manage their thoughts.
Potential Risks of Lucid Dreaming
While generally safe, lucid dreaming does come with a few risks as well:
Mixing Dream Memories with Reality Long-term lucid dreamers might occasionally confuse dream memories with real ones, creating false memories. This issue is rare and preventable by maintaining a dream journal and avoiding lucid dreaming about real-life people or places too frequently.
Escapism Using lucid dreaming to escape reality can be problematic if it interferes with your daily life. While it is sometimes beneficial to escape and relieve the stress of reality, relying on lucid dreaming for happiness can hinder personal growth and productivity.
Feeling Tired After Lucid Dreaming Some people report feeling tired after lucid dreaming. This tiredness is not due to the dreams themselves but often results from not getting enough sleep or using techniques that disrupt sleep patterns. Taking breaks and ensuring adequate sleep can prevent this.
Mental Exhaustion Lucid dreaming can be mentally taxing if practiced excessively without breaks. It’s important to balance lucid dreaming with regular sleep to avoid mental fatigue.
Lucid dreaming is safe and beneficial if done with caution. It has many benefits, such as overcoming fear and improving mental health, and minimal risks. There are many resources and tutorials available for those interested in trying it.
The Vulnerabilities of Individuals Born Under Swati Nakshatra.pdfAstroAnuradha
Individuals born under Swati Nakshatra often exhibit a strong sense of independence and adaptability, yet they may also face vulnerabilities such as indecisiveness and a tendency to be easily swayed by external influences. Their quest for balance and harmony can sometimes lead to inner conflict and a lack of assertiveness. To know more visit: astroanuradha.com
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Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
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2. T he Star of Bethlehem 1. Virgo. "A Deliverer will come into the human family someday, born as a man, yet supernaturally conceived of a virgin, seed of the woman, yet son of God." 2. Libra. "Since man is a sinner and under the curse, an adequate price muse be paid to redeem him and balance the scales of divine justice." 3. Scorpio. "The price of redemption must be the death of the Deliverer, since man is under the condem-nation of death, and yet, in dying, He must also destroy the Serpent who led man into sin." 4. Sagittarius. "To prevent the coming of the Deliverer in the human family, the great Dragon will seek to corrupt mankind into a race of demon-possessed monsters and murderers." 5. Capricorns. "Man will finally become so sinful as to leave no remedy but complete inundation of his entire world"· 6. Aquarius. "The floodgates of heaven will pour forth waters to cleanse an evil world, but representa-tives of his land animals will survive to fill the earth again." 7. Pisces. "From the waters will emerge the true people of God, as God retains His kingly throne despite all the attacks of Satan". 8. Aries. "In the fullness of time, the seed of the woman will come, ready to die as the sacrifice for man's sins, paying the great price to redeem His bride and destroy the works of the Dragon." 9. Taurus. "Having paid the price, the slain Ram will rise as the mighty Bull, to execute judgement on all ungodliness and to rule supreme." 10. Gemini. "As both Son of God and Son of Man, the second Adam will claim His bride as did the first Adam, taking her to himself forever". 11. Cancer. "All the redeemed will come to Him from all times and places, secure eternally in His pres-ence, enjoying His love and fellowship." 12. Leo. "As eternal King and Lord of Lords, He will utterly vanquish and destroy the Serpent and all his followers, reigning forever".
6. The Star of Bethlehem" Introduction... God made the stars...for signs and times and seasons. (Genesis 1:14-16). There shall come a star out of Jacob, and a scepter shall rise out of Israel. (Numbers 24:17) He telleth the number of the stars; He calleth them all by their names. (Psalm 147:4) And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising... they shall bring gold and incense. (Isaiah 60;3,6) I am the bright and morning star. (Rev. 22:16) Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, saying, "Where is he that is born King of the Jews?" for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him...and, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was. (Matthew 2:1,2,9) Surely the most appropriate time in universal history for the Creator to use celestial bodies, as a "sign" would be when God Himself became man, incarnate in human flesh, for the redemption of mankind. Scripture condemns the principles of astrology and Matthew was not endorsing such practices. While the Magi were astrologers (with its inherent potential for misinterpretation), they were astronomers (with word-leading scientific observation of the heavens) who had been influenced by Daniel and other Old Testament prophets
7. I. DEATH OF HEROD... Since the nineteenth century the majority of theologians have placed the birth of Jesus before the Spring of 4 B.C., in spite of the fact that most of the church fathers within the early centuries placed his birth from 3 B.C. to 1 B.C. This pre-4 B.C. placement was due to a reference in Josephus that King Herod died shortly after an eclipse of the moon and before a Springtime Passover of the Jews. Astronomers in the last century informed theologians that an eclipse of the moon, which could be seen in Palestine, occurred on the evening of March 13, 4 B.C. Herod's death was arbitrarily placed within the 29 days from that eclipse until the Passover. Thus, theologians and astronomers have looked for celestial displays as candidates for the Star before that date. However, Ernest Martin builds a convincing case showing that the proper eclipse occurred on January 10, 1 B.C. II. CENSUS OF CYRENIUS... Called Quirinius in Rome historical documents, this qualified leader had experience in Syria by administering the census Tertullian referred to in 3/2 B.C. Martin demonstrates that Cyrenius received special Roman commands throughout his career, especially in census-taking events, and acted as procurator. This special census was one of the most important in history. This census (or registration) in 3/2 B.C. was actually an oath of allegiance demanded by Augustus Caesar and proclaimed during the summer of 3 B.C. Since both Joseph and Mary were descendants of David, and could both be considered legitimate claimants of the throne of Israel, both could be required to make the trip to Bethlehem. On February 5, 2 B.C., Augustus was given the title Pater Patriae (Father of the Country) by decree of the Senate and the people of Rome. The festivities coincided with his 25the jubilee year of being emperor of Rome and the 750the year of the founding of Rome
9. III. ATTENTION IN THE HEAVENS... In 1605 astronomers Johann Kepler suggested that a conjunction of Saturn, Jupiter and Mars was the Star of Bethlehem. To Persian Magi Saturn represented Jerusalem and Jupiter represented royalty. Pisces and Virgo both represented the Hebrews. On May 29, 7 B.C. a conjunction of Saturn and Jupiter occurred in Pisces. On October 3, 7 B.C. the same thing happened.
10. This normally occurs once in 804 years. In the spring of 6 B.C. they conjuncted again with Mars joining! This is the only historical occasion when a planetary "massing" has occurred at the same time as a "triple" conjunction. Certainly a celestial message was being sent! Supernovas have been suggested as candidates for the Star. Visible supernovas have been reported in A.D. 1054 (the Chinese star), A.D. 1572 (Tycho's star), and A.D. 1604 ( Kepler's star). On a date corresponding to July 5 B.C., the Chinese astronomical records report a "guest star", a nova in the constellation Aquilla . ( An excavated Roman garden wall, dating to the time of Augustus Caesar, shows a painting of a tree with fruit clustered in the configuration of the star constellations. An "extra" fruit is shown where this "nova" occurred. It is of interest to note that this "nova" (X-1 Cygnus) appeared in the Northern Cross, with star Deneb (meaning "The Lord Comes") at the head of the cross. Stars Altair ("The Wounding") and Vega ("He Shall be Exalted") are nearby. Our entire Solar System is moving toward star Vega. A celestial announcement card anticipating the birth of a king is again being displayed! ... On August 12, 3 B.C. Jupiter and Venus united as a "morning star", then displayed an "evening star" reunion 10 months later... On September 14, 3 B.C. Jupiter (the royal planet star) came into union with Regulus (the royal fixed star of the first magnitude) in the constellation of Leo, the Lion. Regulus is situated between the feet of Leo (the Royal constellation). After this first conjunction Jupiter continued on its normal course in the heavens. Then, on December 1, 3 B.C., the planet stopped its motion through the fixed stars and began its annual retrogression. As it did so, it once again headed toward the star Regulus. On February 17, 2 B.C. the two were reunited. Jupiter continued this backward, retrogressive motion another 40 days and then reverted to its normal motion through the stars. This movement placed the planet once again into a third conjunction with Rugulus on May 8, 2 B.C. To an appropriate observer, it would appear that Jupiter was making a circling "crown" effect over and around Regulus. With each of these apparent changes in direction, the Planet briefly becomes "stationary" within the background of the fixed stars. On December 25 th, 2 B.C. Jupiter came to a normal stationary position DIRECTLY OVER BETHLEHEM, as viewed from Jerusalem! At precisely this time the planet "stopped" in the middle of the constellation Virgo, the Virgin. The Sun was also "standing still" in its usual Winter Solstice. V. ROMAN INTERPRETATION...
13. IV. MAGI'S HEIGHTENED OBSERVATION... On August 12, 3 B.C. Jupiter and Venus united as a "morning star", then displayed an "evening star" reunion 10 months later... On September 14, 3 B.C. Jupiter (the royal planet star) came into union with Regulus (the royal fixed star of the first magnitude) in the constellation of Leo, the Lion. Regulus is situated between the feet of Leo (the Royal constellation). After this first conjunction Jupiter continued on its normal course in the heavens. Then, on December 1, 3 B.C., the planet stopped its motion through the fixed stars and began its annual retrogression. As it did so, it once again headed toward the star Regulus. On February 17, 2 B.C. the two were reunited. Jupiter continued this backward, retrogressive motion another 40 days and then reverted to its normal motion through the stars. This movement placed the planet once again into a third conjunction with Rugulus on May 8, 2 B.C. To an appropriate observer, it would appear that Jupiter was making a circling "crown" effect over and around Regulus. With each of these apparent changes in direction, the Planet briefly becomes "stationary" within the background of the fixed stars. On December 25 th, 2 B.C. Jupiter came to a normal stationary position DIRECTLY OVER BETHLEHEM, as viewed from Jerusalem! At precisely this time the planet "stopped" in the middle of the constellation Virgo, the Virgin. The Sun was also "standing still" in its usual Winter Solstice.
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16. V. ROMAN INTERPRETATION... To the secular world devoid of spiritual conscience, particularly to those in Rome, it seemed like heaven itself was giving approval for the emperorship of Augustus and that Roman government had the divine right to world sovereignty. This was in spite of the fact that they were aware of the prophecies made by Daniel. Suetonius and Tacitus confirmed that Rome knew of the belief that the empire of the world would be given to someone from Judea .
17. V. JEWISH INTERPRETATION... Martin aptly notes that the spectacular astronomical signs from May, 3 B.C. to December 2 B.C. would have caused wonderful interpretations, by astrologers, on behalf of Augustus and the Roman Empire, but the Magi decided instead to go to Jerusalem with gifts to a newborn Jewish king. On August 12, 3 B.C., Jupiter rose as a morning star, which soon came into conjunction with Venus. That started Jupiter off on a journey in which six conjunctions with other planets and the star Regulus took place. The final planetary union was the massing of the planets, which occurred with Mars, Venus, and Mercury on August 27, 2 B.C., Jupiter then became "stationary" for a brief time over Bethlehem on December 25, 2 B.C. At the inception of this scenario, here was Jupiter (the King Planet), which had just united with Venus (the Mother), now joining itself with the King star Regulus (the star of the Jewish Messiah) in Leo (the constellation of Judah), while the Sun (the Supreme Father of Ruler ) Marwas then located in Virgo (the Virgin).
18. VI. CHRONOLOGY... 1) Joseph and Mary began their journey to Bethlehem for the "census" at the close of the Jewish civil year in 3 B.C. 2) Near this time on August 12, 3 B.C. Jupiter and Venus united as a "morning star", then Jupiter continued its phenomenal progression through the starry heavens. 3) Jesus was born in a stable on the twilight period of September 11, 3 B.C., the Day of Trumpets. 4) On September 14, 3 B.C. Jupiter came into union with Regulus and began the circling "crown" effect, which took place during the early months of Jesus' infancy. 5) Fifteen months later, when Jesus was a "young child" in a house the Magi arrived on December 25, 2 B.C., when the King planet Jupiter came to its stationary point in mid-Virgo, the Virgin. The star would have been seen as "stopped" over Bethlehem, as viewed from Jerusalem. One conclusion that can be drawn is that that star in the east, which that Magi saw was this progression of Jupiter through the heavens. Thus, the star was not "standing" over the manger at the time of Jesus' birth (even though it was already in its divinely-appointed historic progression), but instead, at the appropriate time "stood" over Bethlehem at the time the Magi arrived to visit in the house .