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Join us this Friday night, December 9, at 7 p.m. for a special viewing of the movie The  Star of Bethlehem. This thought-provoking documentary uses text from Matthew's gospel and astronomical software to investigate the question - what was the Star of Bethlehem? See the panel below for more information. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
                    
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Public Programs Coordinator
Kopernik Observatory 
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(607)748-3685 ext. 315 
Star of Bethlehem Movie
Friday, December 9 & 16    
7 p.m.
 
 
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Kope rnik has been granted special permission to show the thought-provoking movie The Star of Bethlehem. An un usual star is claimed to have appeared in the sky at the time of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. This movie is an investigation into the story found in the Biblical Gospel of Matthew about this 'Star of Bethlehem.' It includes the words of Roman and Jewish historians alongside those of ancient prophets. Come learn about this ancient mystery and draw your own conclusions.

After the program, if it is clear, take a tour through the universe through Kopernik's telescopes.  If the skies are not clear, you will receive a free pass to come back on another night - you just can't lose coming to
Kopernik on a Friday night.