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What was the Christmas Star?
Was the Star of Bethlehem a planetary conjunction, a supernova outburst, a comet, or a single star?
In this 5-part mp3 series, Astronomer Bill takes the listener on a guided tour of one the most recorded astronomical events of Christendom. A scientific adventure of Biblical proportions!
Secrets of the Christmas Star
Myths & Realities about the Star of Bethlehem
Purchase the mp3 download for $9.95
Five-Episode Series
EPISODE 1: The first step in solving the mystery.
EPISODE 2: Was the Star of Bethlehem a meteor or a comet?
EPISODE 3: Was the Star of Bethlehem an exploding star — a nova or supernova outburst?
EPISODE 4: Was the Star of Bethlehem a planetary conjunction?
EPISODE 5: What the 3 Wise Men most likely saw in the evening sky on the night of Jesus' birth.
