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Observing #Venus this week may be one of the most dangerous things you can do with a telescope. The planet is only 12 degrees from the #sun. The results, however, are undeniably #beautiful:

Philip Smith took the picture in broad daylight on Aug. 6th from his home in Manorville, NY. "This is exactly how it looked," he says. "The colors have not been altered."

Like the Moon, Venus has phases, and at the moment it is a marvelously thin #crescent. This only happens during a special time called "inferior conjunction" when Venus passes between the sun and Earth. This year's inferior conjunction is less than a week away on Aug. 13th--so now is primetime for catching the crescent.

Smith explains how he did it: "The hardest part was finding Venus with the sun so nearby. I put solar filters on my telescope and started with the sun to get a good sharp focus. Then I had the telescope go to Venus. I took off the finder scope's solar filter first and put my hand behind it to make sure the sun was not in its path. Then I removed the main telescope's solar filter--and all was good!"

At closest approach on Aug. 13th, Venus and the sun will be separated by a little more than 7 degrees. This means careful daytime shots of Venus will be possible throughout the conjunction.
https://spaceweather.com/

ramnath@nerdpol.ch

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#Revati #Nakshatra is the last of 27 #nakshatras. If you were born when the #moon was between 16:40-30:00 degrees #Pisces

#Sanskrit Name: रेवती (Revati) comes from the Sanskrit word रेवत् (#wealth and #prosperity). Revati indicates a person who is blessed, #beautiful, and #prosperous.

Planetary Ruler: #Mercury. This planet is associated with the intellect, literature, logic, artistic expression, and commerce.

Nakshatra Group: Godly. Nakshatras are divided into three classes — monsters, humans, and gods. Revati is a godly nakshatra. People in this group are generally good-natured and fortunate in life. However, they may struggle with pride and a sense of entitlement.

Zodiac Sign: Pisces. Pisces is known as the sign of the fishes. Revati natives are intuitive, empathic, creative, and sociable.

Deity: Surya (#Pushan). In Vedic theology, Surya is the lord of the sun and is revered as an expansion of God. The sun god is worshiped prominently in many cultures and is known to bestow favors and fortune on his worshippers.

Symbol: A #fish. This represents alacrity, learning, movement, and hidden features.

Power: To nourish. Persons born under the star of Revati often have a knack for uplifting, encouraging, and nourishing others.

Resonant Syllables: In India, the birth nakshatra is traditionally used as one means of choosing the name of a child. The corresponding syllables for the four quarters (padas) of Revati are Day (दे), Doe (दो), Cha (च), and Chi (ची). The syllable of a person’s first name is sometimes used when calculating an astrological chart if the time of birth is unknown.

Strengths
Revatis are sincere and earnest, known for their no-nonsense approach to life. They have an outgoing, social personality. Often good-looking, they win over others with their charm, affection, and warmth.

Revati natives have a sixth sense — their intuition is strong. For this reason, they are highly empathic souls, and they can use this ability to comfort, console, and guide others in difficult times. In addition, they have an upbeat and optimistic outlook on life. They can be a source of cheer and joy for those around them.

You stand up for what you believe in. You are loyal to your friends and loved ones. You can tap into deep reserves of creativity and enthusiasm — however, you might occasionally get carried away at times and find yourself in an extreme position.

Revati Careers
Revati’s can do well in careers that involve creativity, learning, or helping others. They may shy away from the limelight and generally will work diligently even if they do not receive much recognition.

Some ideal professions include:

Public servant or charity worker
Writer, journalist, actor, or entertainer
Linguist, translator, or interpreter
Religious worker, renunciate, or priest
Weaknesses
Due to their high ideals, Revati-natives can occasionally slip into bouts of low self-esteem. This is caused by an inability to accept one’s short-comings and take practical, disciplined steps toward self-improvement. Or it may just be a bad habit of unwarranted self-criticism. You should practice extending the same sort of compassion to yourself which you naturally extend to others.

On the flipside, Revatis can sometimes be proud of their good qualities and think better of themselves than others. Their giving spirit may come in part from a desire to prove themselves as superior. When this is the case, they will end up resenting those whom they aim to help. If you resonate with this issue, you should study the Bhagavad-gita and try to understand the principle of selfless sacrifice, in which one sees oneself as merely an instrument of God.

Your empathic nature is a great strength, but if left unchecked, it can cause you to be overly sensitive to the feelings and needs of others. You should always be sure that your own needs are fulfilled before you extend yourself for others — otherwise, you will end up burning out. Self-care is an essential aspect of caring for others.

Recommended: Learn more about science of the Vedas and how Vedic knowledge can help you elevate your consciousness and enhance your life.

Other Personality Traits
You are a gifted artist. You have a strong aesthetic sense and can excel in the arts. You draw inspiration from your life experiences, the natural world, and your observations of the people around you.

You have clean habits. As a deva-gana, or godly nakshatra, Revatis are naturally drawn to a clean and orderly lifestyle. They have good personal hygiene and they respect their body as a gift from the divine.

You are well-liked by your peers. Your compassionate and helping nature wins you many friends who genuinely appreciate you for your good qualities.

You are a natural counselor. As an empathic person, you can easily relate to others. This makes you an excellent friend and guide for others.

Revati Compatibility
Revatis’ sexuality is symbolized by a female elephant. In terms of physical compatibility, this makes them an ideal match for persons born under Bharani nakshatra.

Based on holistic matching, Revatis are most likely to find happiness in long-term partnerships with:

Punarvasu
Pushya
Uttara-phalgunis in Virgo (for female natives)
Hasta (for male natives)
Vishakha in Scorpio (for female natives)
Anuradha
Uttarashadha (for female natives)
Sravana (for male natives)
Purva-bhadra (for female natives)
Uttara-bhadra
Note: Compatibility in relationships is a complex science that looks at many different factors. You should always consult with an experienced astrologer who can carefully analyze the charts of both you and your partner.

Revati’s Four Quarters ( #Padas)
Each nakshatra is divided into four quarters, also known as padas, of 3:20 degrees each. These quarters are based on a 1/9th divisional chart, known in Sanskrit as navamsha.

The moon’s position at your time of birth determines the quarter in which you are born.

First Quarter (16:40-20:00 degrees Pisces): Sagittarius. You are easy-going, cheerful, and optimistic. However, you can get carried away at times.

Second Quarter (20:00-23:20 degrees Pisces): Capricorn. You are balanced and down-to-earth. You are more patient than most, but this can also make you appear somewhat dull to others.

Third Quarter (23:20-26:40 degrees Pisces): Aquarius. You have an innate spirituality and a deep drive to help others. You are also very hardworking, though this may be somewhat fueled by a sense of personal insecurity.

Fourth Quarter (26:40-30:00 degrees Pisces): Pisces. You have a strong intellect and are a keen student. You’re a spiritual seeker. You long for a traditional and natural way of life.

Revati in Electional Astrology
In electional astrology, also known as muhurtha, nakshatras are used to determine favorable days and times for important ceremonies and events, such as weddings, buying a new house or vehicle, commencing a project, or conceiving a child.

The electional nature of Revati is Mridu, “soft” or “mild.” Revati is an excellent nakshatra for:

Beginning a journey
Undergoing a medical operation
Marriage ceremonies
Conceiving a child
Purchasing new clothes or jewelry

https://popularvedicscience.com/astrology/revati-nakshatra/

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You Don’t Have to Choose Between Happiness and Being Informed!

Even relatively politically engaged people tend to believe society’s biggest problems are things like sexism or drag shows, and they generally support one of the two mainstream political factions who are both driving us toward destruction.

I still have to read the article, but nevertheless, the headline resonates with me.
... and some of the article as well

Instead, you begin to see that as confused and shitty as our civilization is, we’re still living in an amazingly #beautiful world, whose beauty is so much vaster and more ancient than all the #conceptual bullshit we’ve heaped upon the human experience. You start to find joy in real things. The thundering majesty of nature. That spark of authenticity in people’s eyes. The crackle of #magic at the train station. Something as simple as a piece of garbage catching the light just right can make you coo and giggle with delight like an infant.

I wonder how that article will end.

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US fashion influencer Mary-Brian Clarke dies aged 24 just two months after model boyfriend

"The 24-year-old’s family shared the tragic news in an online obituary which paid tribute to the public relations employee who worked for brands such as TIBI, Elizabeth Bensinger and MadHappy.

She unexpectedly died on March 21 with her family writing that Clarke will always be remembered for her 'contagious laugh, her witty sense of humour and her unique ability to connect with others'. [...]

Clarke’s cause of death has yet to be announced.

The shocking news comes just two months after the death of Clarke’s boyfriend, 27-year-old model Jeremy Ruehlemann. [...]

The circumstances of Ruehlemann’s death are unknown."

https://7news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity/us-fashion-influencer-mary-brian-clarke-dies-aged-24-just-two-months-after-model-boyfriend-c-10221406

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Studying #Dragonflies Around the #World with #Entomologist #JessicaWare

Don’t let their #beautiful #wings and graceful movements fool you. Dragonflies are fierce and ancient predators that can thrive in some of the most extreme environments on the planet. Join Museum entomologist and dragonfly expert Jessica Ware on an exploration of these fascinating and truly global insects.

Published 19th November 2022 (5:50)

Source: https://youtube.com/watch?v=5CJa2UBH7ro