#celestial
A #mini-planet orbiting in the frigid #outer reaches of the #solarsystem has a #Saturn-like #ring of #dust and #debris that #defies the rules of #physics, a new study has #revealed.
The planet in question is called #Quaoar and it's the #seventh largest of the known #dwarf #planets of which #Pluto is the #king. #Discovered in #2002 and about 697 miles wide (1,121 kilometers), Quaoar is one of the so-called #trans-Neptunian objects, small planets orbiting #beyond the solar system's outermost planet #Neptune.
Residing in the #KuiperBelt, the doughnut-shaped ring of rocky and icy debris in the outer solar system, Quaoar is a proud owner of its own #moon, the 100-mile-wide (160 km) #Weywot. And a recent observation campaign revealed that it also has a ring of material in its orbit.
That by itself wouldn't be so special. The gas giant Saturn is known to possess a whole series of rings. #Jupiter, Neptune and #Uranus also have some. One other trans-Neptunian object — #Haumea — has been found to have a ring, and the space rock #Chariklo that orbits between #Saturn and #Uranus also has one. So what exactly sets Quaoar's ring apart?
Related: Dwarf planets: science & facts about the solar system’s smaller worlds
Quaoar's ring is at a very unusual #distance from its parent body. In fact, before astronomers discovered Quaoar's ring in observations from several telescopes conducted between 2018 and 2021, they had thought that it was impossible for a ring to exist at such a distance. With a radius of about 2,420 miles (3,885 km) from Quaoar's center, the ring is too far away from the dwarf planet that its gravity should no longer be able to keep the material dispersed. Instead, it should coalesce under its own gravity and form another moon, just like Weywot. By not having done that, the ring has breached what astronomers call the Roche limit, the first known ring around a #celestial body to have done so.
"What is so intriguing about this discovery around Quaoar is that the ring of material is much farther out than the Roche limit," Giovanni Bruno, an astronomer at Italy's National Institute for Astrophysics (INAF) and one of the authors of the paper, said in a European #Space Agency (ESA) statement. "As a result of our observations, the classical notion that dense rings survive only inside the Roche limit of a planetary body must be thoroughly revised."
The ring was discovered during a series of occultations, essentially eclipses, when Quaoar passed between Earth and several more distant but much brighter stars. When an occultation occurs, the light of the background star temporarily dims. The effect is only visible to very sensitive telescopes and is frequently used to detect exoplanets orbiting stars in our Milky Way galaxy, which is why ESA's exoplanet hunter Cheops was among the telescopes watching these Quaoar occultations.
When astronomers analyzed the data, they realized that apart from the main dip in the background stars' brightness, they could detect two smaller drops. Since drops occurred before and after the main occultation, respectively, the researchers thought that Quaoar must be surrounded with a ring.
Several Earth-based telescopes also observed the occultations with similar results, but Cheops' data were particularly valuable as they proved that the odd dimmings were not caused by the effects of Earth's atmosphere.
https://www.space.com/mysterious-ring-around-dwarf-planet-puzzles-astronomers
The #Celestial #Landscape & Pathways of #Bodmin-Moor, #Cornwall | #CarolynKennett | #Megalithomania
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xj5v_5O3FvU
#Bodmin Moor in Cornwall is a rich #prehistoric #landscape. During the talk we visit a number of distinct ritual landscapes found on the moor and delve into their connectivity with the skyscape. These locations contain stone rows, circles, burial mounds and living spaces. Alongside the solar and lunar cycle the talk will explore connectivity to other astronomical features such as the Milky Way, before discussing more phenomological ideas. It will consider how distinct locations may work astronomically with neighbouring sites, before focusing on the possibilities of long distance astronomically linked pathways across the moor taking into account sightlines to significant hills and tors.
Carolyn Kennett is a is a writer, researcher and astronomer who lives in Cornwall. She researches ancient communities and how they made connections to their skyscapes. She is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, and her books include Sites of Prehistoric Bodmin Moor (2022), Uranus and Neptune (2022), Celestial Stone Circles of West Cornwall (2018) and Neptune: From Grand Discovery to World Revealed (2021). She is a communicator of all things astronomical and runs her own walking tours and outreach business Archaeoastronomy Cornwall, while being a director of Mayes Creative, who deliver arts, science and heritage projects throughout #Cornwall. https://archaeoastronomycornwall.comSee less
The Celestial Landscape & Pathways of Bodmin Moor, Cornwall | Carolyn Kennett | Megalithomania
amazing that new things are still being found
Some amazing Hurlers Stone Circles facts
There were originally over 70 stones in the circles, but now there are just 38 to see
Many of the stones in the Hurlers stone circles have been robbed over the centuries. Stone robbing was common by stonemasons and builders
The cows on Bodmin Moor have knocked some of them over as they use them as scratching posts!
The stones are made of granite which this area is famous for
There are markings that these stones were carved out and made smooth by ancient tools
Many of the missing stones are now represented by marker stones
The site is currently managed by English Heritage but this causes some controversy with Cornish heritage – signs have been stolen and destroyed in the past! So, it is also represented by the Cornish Heritage Trust.
https://thirdeyetraveller.com/the-hurlers-stone-circles-bodmin-moor/
Day 23 / "CELESTIAL"
#AB, #AB-inktober-23 #AB-10-23, #Inktober, #Inktober23, #Krikelkrakel, #Gekritzel, #quickly_scribbled, #scribble, #doodle, #sketch #art, #ink #celestial #day23 #mywork
#When Was “ #Revelation” #Written? It Describes #Celestial #Alignments of a Specific Date ! ~A. Fomenko ~ #history
#Krittika #Nakshatra is an integral nakshatra in #Vedic #astronomy; it signifies divine powers or Dahana shakti. The symbol of this nakshatra is a knife or a blade; typically, any sharp tool represents the nakshatra. The deity ruling Krittika Nakshatra is Lord #Agni and mighty Lord #Kartikey or #Murugan. Agni is the god of fire which is also known as the god having #seven #tongues.
Lord Agni symbolizes wisdom which means that people born under this nakshatra are rich in intellect. Lord Murugan is the commander or the prominent leader of #celestial energies. The nakshatra falls under the planet #sun, and #Prithvi is its element. #Gana, which represents Krittika Nakshatra, is Rakshasha, and varna safeguarding it, is brahmin. Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces are the padas of Krittika Nakshatra. Aries and Taurus are the main zodiac signs of this nakshatra.
Boons of Krittika Nakshatra
Following are the significant boons that people born under Krittika Nakshatra experience-
People under Krittika nakshatra are very sharp in extra activities. They are multitalented and can manage numerous tasks altogether with utmost perfection.
This nakshatra is also very favourable in activities linked with execution and management.
Krittika nakshatra supports characteristics such as confidence and brilliance in activities such as debating and speaking.
The people born with Krittika nakshatra are blessed with leadership qualities.
Banes of Krittika Nakshatra
Here are some harmful elements linked with Krittika Nakshatra-
People born under the effect of this nakshatra are weak in social interactions. They fail to establish solid social relations, which hamper their growth in certain areas.
This nakshatra is also unfavourably related to activities that involve water.
The people under Krittika nakshatra have difficulty relaxing or resting as they are a little anxious.
Krittika nakshatra people have rough phases in the diplomacy area.
If you are born under Krittika Nakshatra, then make sure you are well-versed with all its aspects. If you want to shed the harmful elements of the nakshatra and wish to ascertain only positive boons, then connect with us; we will conduct Krittika Nakshatra Homam to bring numerous windfalls to you. During the Homam, we will worship the Krittika Nakshatra devata to assist you in gaining maximum advantages.
Chitra (The brilliant) (173°20′ to180°00′ Virgo to 180°00′ to186°40′ Libra)
#Chitra #nakshatra is represented by a single star known as #Spica (Alpha-Virginis) in the constellation of Virgo. It is one of the brightest stars in the sky. The name Chitra translates as " #brilliant." In the #astrology chart, Chitra bridges the signs of #Virgo and #Libra. The ruling deity of this star is #Vishvakarma, the #celestial #architect, who bestow the ability to create new things out of nothing. Those born under this nakshatra are fascinated by form, beauty, art, and structure. Chitra nakshatra gives the ability to attract the opposite sex, especially the padas within Libra. This nakshatra seeks harmony and perfection, but imbalance often leads to indulgence or fanatical behavior. People born under Chitra attempt to appear orderly on the surface, yet underneath they may be disheveled or frustrated. This star can bring doubt or uncertainty, but also give flashes of inspiration and remarkable perception.
Sacred Energy Vortex
#Kuruviththurai #Sri #Chittira #Ratha #Vallabha #Perumal #Temple
The sacred energy vortex that resonates with Chitra nakshatra is located in Kuruviththurai near #Madurai in Tamil Nadu, India. Those born under Chitra #star will benefit by visiting this temple at least once to make offerings and prayers. This temple is the abode of Lord Vishnu who revealed himself as Sri Chittira Ratha Vallabha Perumal. In addition, Sri Sudarsana Peruman and Sri Guru Bhagawan reside in this temple.
The Chitra Chariot exhibits great significance at Kuruviththurai. The Chitra Chariot is the vehicle used to carry Sri Maha Vishnu in procession during Vishnupati. This chariot encompasses the seven colors visible on earth along with seven thousand colors from the Chitra star galaxy. Chitra star embraces the meaning of color and form. Chitra signifies structure while and Vallabham represents #eternity. It is here that Sri Maha #Vishnu reveals that the feet of a spiritual teacher are everlasting.
This site, known as Kuruviththurai, is significant for all spiritual teachers. The darshan of thousands of glowing lights of celestial teachers was emitted at this site. It is here that Sri Brahaspathi and Sri Sukrachariyar became the primary teachers of all teachers. Sukrachariyar performed penance at Tirubhuvanai Sri Varadaraja Perumal temple while Brahaspathi simultaneously performed penance at Kuruviththurai temple. Both were praying to Sri Narayana Moorthy for a life of tranquility between the celestials and the demons. The river linking these two temples is known as Bhargaspathi, which is the origin of the Vaigai River. Sri Narayana Moorthy revealed himself in the riverbed to Sukrachariyar and Sri Brahaspathi. They were bestowed with the grace of nine planets during the #Kaliyuga.
There are seven types of abhishekham performed at this temple and garlands with seven different types of flowers. All who visit this temple will benefit if they carry their horoscope in a sandalwood box or yellow bag and walk around this temple 21 times. This will remove harmful effects of past life karma and grant the blessings of the nine planets. This sacred site will also assist people living with sorrow and depression. Those born under Chitra star would greatly benefit by offering fragrant and colorful flower garlands at this sacred energy vortex.
Chitra nakshatra natives, your #incense is made with the #herb sacred #garlic-peer as prescribed by the Vedas.
Burning one of these pillars is like performing a mini fire ritual for that particular star formation. For your specific Birthstar, you will be able to connect inwardly to your planet of energetic origin and gain support with the positive aspects that are you.
Burning the other Nakshatra pillars on that specific Nakshatra day will tune you in with the favorable activities with that star’s energy for the day. It is recommended to at least burn your own personal Nakshatra pillar daily to stay connected to your essence. It is advantageous to burn the days Nakshatra pillar as well.
https://www.astroved.com/astropedia/en/nakshatra/chitra-nakshatra
#Greatness #of Cow
The Vedas with their six limbs, pada and krama resides in the mouth of the Cow.
#Hari and #Kesava resides on the horns.
#Skanda resides on the belly.
#Brahma resides on the head.
#Shankara resides on the forehead.
#Indra resides on the tip of the horn of the Cow.
The #Aswins reside in the ears.
#Sun and the #Moon reside in the eyes.
#Garuda resides in the teeth.
#Saraswati resides in the tongue of the Cow.
All the sacred places remain in the anus.
#Ganges resides in the urine.
The #sages reside in the pores of the skin.
#Yama resides on the backside of the face of the Cow.
#Kubera and #Varuna reside on the right side.
#Yakshas reside on the left side.
#Gandharvas reside on the center.
The #celestial #nymphs resides on the hind parts of the hoofs of the Cow.
The all-auspicious #Lakshmi resides in the cow-dung and cow-urine.
Those who move in the sky resides on the tip of the feet.
#Prajapati lives in the bellowing #sound.
The full four oceans reside in the udder of the Cow.
(Padma Purana - Srishti Khanda 48.156 - 48.166)
#Chitra #Nakshatra - Chitra is the fourteenth Nakshatra in #Vedic #astrology ranging from 23°20' Kanya to 6°40' Tula.
Symbol - The symbol of this Nakshatra is a #Bright #jewel or #pearl.
Astronomical Name - The astrological name of this Nakshatra is #Spica.
Deity of Nakshatra - #Tvastar or #Vishvakarman, the #celestial #architect is the deity of Chitra Nakshatra.
Ruling Planet - Chitra Nakshatra is ruled by #Mangala (the planet #Mars).
Others - The word Chitra means the one who shines or glitter or the brilliant and also said to be beautiful Nakshatra. Chitra Nakshatra is indicated by a pearl and its presiding deity is Vishwakarma, the great artist and artificer to the Gods.
https://www.drikpanchang.com/tutorials/nakshatra/chitra-nakshatra.html
#Rohini #Nakshatra - Rohini is the fourth Nakshatra in Vedic astrology ranging from 10° to 23°20' Vrishabha.
Symbol - The symbol of this Nakshatra is a #cart or #chariot.
Astronomical Name - The astronomical name of this Nakshatra is #Aldebaran.
Deity of Nakshatra - #Brahma Deva or #Prajapati, the creator of universe is the deity of Rohini Nakshatra.
Ruling Planet - Rohini Nakshatra is ruled by #Chandra (the planet #Moon).
Others - Rohini is the wife of Chandra who is said to have been fond of fine dresses, cosmetics and decor and was the most beloved of Chandra or Moon. The word Rohini is derived from "Rohan" which means 'to rise' or 'to bring into existence'. The other name of Rohini is #Suravi - the #celestial #cow.
https://www.drikpanchang.com/tutorials/nakshatra/rohini-nakshatra.html
The #Children #of #Light wear a #Seal or #Armor #of #God (Arma Christi) that protects them from the Beast.
In the Book of #Revelation, John has a #vision of a #celestial city that is populated by ascended humans. “And I heard the number of them which were sealed: and there were sealed an hundred and forty and four thousand of all the tribes of the children of Israel”. (Revelation 7:4)
The 144,000 will be alive when Jesus comes.
And, all of these numbered people will have the seal of God around their body as opposed to the Beast’s mark on their hands or forehead.
This seal protects them from the wrath of the AntiChrist in the #End Times.
The seal is what makes God’s People different.
To defeat the Beast we must Armor Up. Trade your Dior and Armani for that fabulous new Arma Christi light body garment. Join the Militia of Christ.
https://rumble.com/v2ggyn2-scripture-in-the-stars-w-marty-leeds.html
We always look forward to our enlightening chats with good Alfacast compatriot, #MartyLeeds, and this one will definitely be special. The ever-present stellar canopy just overhead has quite a story to tell, and master-decoder Marty Leeds is our go-to man to decipher what the #Sky #Clock is trying to tell us.
Marty's new book, #Scripture in the #Stars does just that, as it takes the reader through a journey of the #Bible like they have never had before. Linking the stories of the Good Book to the #constellations in our night skies, this book unveils the deeply #spiritual and #celestial meanings of the #ancient biblical tales.
Every chapter uncovers for the reader, step by step, how the stories of the Old and New Testament are found in the celestial characters, symbols and animals above our heads. Scripture in the Stars is easy to read, full of large graphics for reference and study, and is a must have for any serious religious student.
Past interviews with Marty have traversed through a diversity of subject matter from Gnostic Christianity, to the mathematics, symbolism, astrology, and mysticism encoded within the Bible.
Marty always brings it, and this episode is one not to be missed!
Show links:
https://gnosticacademy.org/See less
Scripture In The Stars w/ Marty Leeds
January’s full moon: Wolf Moon and 1st full moon of 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTmatjyd4KM
https://www.moongiant.com/moonphases/january/2022/
https://earthsky.org/tonight/january-full-moon-is-the-wolf-moon/
https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/news/2134/full-moon-guide-january-february-2022/
https://vibrational-astrology.com/2022/01/15/full-moon-in-cancer-2022/
#17-18january2022 #fullmoon #wolfmoon #wolf #snow #ice #hunger #old #moon #astronomy #astrology #cancer #celestial #luna #lunar #pollux #earth #sky #musicvideo #thewolfsong #nordic #lullaby #vargsången
The Full Hunter’s Moon is October 20
https://www.dublinlive.ie/news/dublin-news/full-moon-october-2021-how-21903357
https://www.moongiant.com/moonphases/october/2021/
https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/news/2036/full-moon-guide-october-november-2021/
https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/everything-you-need-to-know-hunters-moon/
https://vibrational-astrology.com/2021/10/16/aries-full-moon-2021/
The #Moon will appear to be larger and brighter than normal, in what will be one of the most beautiful full moons of the entire year.
#fullmoon #20october #huntersmoon #blood #sanguine #travel #dying-grass #lucy #earth #sky #astronomy #autumn #astrology #aries #luna #lunar #celestial #sharad #purnima #pavarana
The Full Thunder Moon will be extra orange this week
The #fullmoon is #July23-24
https://earthsky.org/tonight/full-moon-saturn-jupiter-july-23-24
https://www.moongiant.com/phase/today/
https://www.greenmatters.com/p/full-buck-moon
https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/news/1933/july-2021-the-next-full-moon-is-the-buck-moon/
https://www.drikpanchang.com/festivals/guru-purnima/guru-purnima-date-time.html
The #moon or sun near the horizon always looks #reddish because it is being viewed through more of the Earth’s air, but the #wildfire #ash takes that effect to the next level. #earth #sky #thunder #orange #buck #hay #mead #guru #Asalha-Puha #vassa #aquarius #jupiter #saturn #planet #space #astronomy #celestial
