The famous Star of Bethlehem may not have been a star at all, but an extremely rare planetary alignment, according to a University of Notre Dame professor. Grant Matthews, professor of theoretical ...

Schwartz says this very bright “star” that appeared over Bethlehem that long-ago night would have only been visible for a short window of time in a limited area.

Some astronomers suggest the star was two bright objects 'in conjunction' It might seem churlish to dissect such an enduring image of Christmas as the star of Bethlehem, but a quiet astronomical ...

LONDON, England -- The Star of Bethlehem -- which the Bible says guided the Wise Men to the birth of Jesus -- was probably a meteor shower, a prominent astronomer says. According to a new book by ...