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 ...

Italian painter Giotto di Bondone witnessed Halley’s Comet when it appeared in 1301 A.D. Then, he painted the Star of Bethlehem as a comet burning bright above Jesus in the manger.

Some astronomers suggest the star was two bright objects 'in conjunction' It might seem churlish to dissect such an enduring image of Christmas as the star of Bethlehem, but a quiet astronomical ...