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  1. The Eye of Horus

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    The Eye of Horus is one of the most well known symbols in Egyptian philosophy. The eye represents protection as well as knowledge, illusion, and of course power. It also has a mathematical meaning. https://www.ancient-origins.net/artifacts-other-artifacts/eye-horus-0011014…Read More

  3. The Night Sky for the Week of 8-18-19

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    The planet Saturn will put on another good show this week in the evening sky. It was great last week. The bright star Vega is close to your zenith. A last-quarter moon passes through the constellation of Taurus in the predawn night sky. Enjoy the view. https://www.skyandtelescope.com/observing/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-august-16-24/…Read More

  4. Ancient Irish Site Aligned with Winter Solstice

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    Another site in Ireland, close to the famous site of Newgrange, has been found to be aligned with the winter solstice. Many ancient sites have some form of celestial alignment. Ireland has a large number of them. https://www.ancient-origins.net/news-history-archaeology/neolithic-monument-0012409…Read More

  5. The Moons of Jupiter and Saturn

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    Tonight is last night for a unique view of the moons of Jupiter and Saturn. A small telescope is required. The rings of Saturn may also be visible. Enjoy the view. https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/get-your-telescopes-ready-the-moon-will-appear-close-to-these-2-planets-this-weekend/70009028…Read More

  6. The Night Sky for the Week of 8-11-19

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    A waxing moon is close to Jupiter in the evenings. The planet Saturn is also close to the moon. A full moon will occur on Wednesday night. While the Perseid meteor shower peaks Monday night. Signalling that autumn is coming, the Great Square of Pegasus is now present in the eastern sky. https://www.skyandtelescope.com/observing/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-august-9-17/…Read More

  7. Ancient Medical Doctors

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    Here are some famous physicians from ancient history. They where from many different places. Some of these doctors are based on legends. https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-famous-people/ancient-physicians-0012389…Read More

  8. Three Stargazing Events for August 2019

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    Here are three great things to see in the night sky, this month. Enjoy the view. https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/august-2019-3-things-stargazers-wont-want-to-miss-in-the-night-sky/468542…Read More

  9. The Night Sky for the Week of 8-4-19

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    The summer sky continues this week. Look for the bright star Vega, which is almost overhead, in the evening sky. The planets Jupiter and Saturn are also up this time of night. While the moon is a waxing crescent. Enjoy.  https://www.skyandtelescope.com/observing/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-august-2-10/…Read More

  10. Solar Storm and Black Super Moon

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    We are going to have an intense solar storm. Hopefully it will do no damage, but it could. In the past solar storms have done quite a bit of damage. Also, the black super moon will be on July 31st. http://endoftheamericandream.com/archives/a-large-solar-storm-will-hit-earth-on-july-31-or-august-1-at-the-same-time-that-the-black-supermoon-happens…Read More