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Star of Bethlehem
An important element in the celebration of Christmas is the Star of Bethlehem. In the story, a star marked the birth of Jesus and led Wise Men to find the child in Bethlehem. For centuries, the star has intrigued astronomers, historians, artists, and theologians alike: was the Star of Bethlehem an actual astronomical occurrence? Now, modern technology may be providing new answers.
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