In late December 2022, social media users shared a copypasta post that claimed the "Star of Bethlehem" would shine shortly after sunset on Dec. 21 for the first time since the year 1226.

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According to the Gospel of Matthew, the Star of Bethlehem guided three Magi, or wise men, to Jerusalem over 2,000 years ago. After consulting with King Herod of Judea, the men followed the star to ...

An iconic symbol of the Christmas season, the Moravian star takes on special significance in the Lehigh Valley, particularly in the Moravian-founded communities of Bethlehem and Nazareth.

Standing 81-feet tall and beaming down from South Mountain, the Star of Bethlehem has been a shining reminder of the Christmas City’s rich heritage. Well, despite its history, it is time the old ...

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In the more than 80 years since, Bethlehem has embraced its Christmas City character. And throughout that time, its most prominent decoration has shined down from South Mountain, a giant star ...

Could the Star of Bethlehem have been caused by a "great conjunction" of ... So, if a comet suddenly started shining brightly in the night sky, it’s hard to imagine three wise men would interpret it ...