Happening on December 21: Christmas Star, Winter Solstice, and astrological conjunction
December 21 is definitely a date you should mark on your calendar as there are three notable things happening celestially and astrologically: Christmas Star, Winter Solstice, and the astrological conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn in the sign of Aquarius.
Happening on December 21: Christmas Star, Winter Solstice, and astrological conjunction / Source: Pexels
Christmas Star
On December 21, planets Jupiter and Saturn will appear to merge from sky-watchers' point-of-view on Earth. This conjunction is referred to by astronomers as The Great Conjunction of 2020 or the “Christmas Star.”
The term “Christmas Star” was based on the belief that the Star of Bethlehem, when Jesus Christ was born, may have been a planetary conjunction.
The “Christmas Star” is actually a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence, as the last time that Jupiter and Saturn appeared as a double planet was nearly 800 years ago, or during 1226 A.D.
Astronomers say people won't need binoculars or telescopes to see the “Christmas Star,” but If by chance you have a hard time locating or seeing it on the night of December 21, you can watch the livestream courtesy of Lowell Observatory.
Winter Solstice
Another remarkable thing happening on December 21 is the Winter Solstice, which happens every year in December. It is when the Northern Hemisphere experiences the shortest day and the longest night of the year.
The Philippines is located above the equator, so we are part of the Northern Hemisphere, and the Winter Solstice will occur in our part of the world on December 21 at 9:30 P.M.
Many are amazed by how the “Christmas Star” will appear in the sky during the longest night of the year. It will surely be a spectacular celestial show.
Jupiter and Saturn Conjunction in Aquarius
For followers of astrology, December is a huge event. It marks the end of a 200-year cycle of planets Jupiter and Capricorn in earth signs, such as Capricorn, Taurus, and Virgo.
Many astrologers say that as these planets move to the air sign Aquarius, energies will shift from having a traditional top-down form of government or rule to a more decentralized one. The focus will now be on freedom, people, and communities.
Such an interesting astrological forecast, right? But of course, that is just a simplistic and general one. Some circumstances will still be experienced differently by each person since we all have different birth charts.
So, if you want to know how this could affect you personally, you need to know your sun sign, rising sign and moon sign and consult an astrologer.
Nevertheless, regardless if you believe in astrology or not, you still have a lot to look forward to on December 21.
So, be sure to enjoy the amazing view of the once-in-a-lifetime “Christmas Star” on December 21, the longest night of the year. Have fun, mga Kapuso!