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The Samford University Christenberry Planetarium will host its annual Star of Bethlehem show at select dates and times throughout the month of December. Each show is about an hour long and evaluates the symbolic star from an astronomical, historical and biblical standpoint.
“Coming at it from these three angles, we attempt to narrow down the possibilities for what the Star of Bethlehem was,” Planetarium Director David Weigel said.
While the show focuses on the star itself, Weigel said the ultimate aim is to direct people’s attention to the real reason behind the season.
“The show is very much a prayerful meditation in preparation for Christmas,” Weigel said, “and it’ll be a good opportunity to sort of reorient your perspective so that you’re focused on the true meaning of Christmas.”
The shows include Dec. 3-4 at 8 p.m., Dec. 11 at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., Dec. 16-17 at 2 p.m., Dec. 18 at 10 a.m., Dec. 19 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Dec. 20 at 4 p.m.
Tickets are $8 and can be purchased online by visiting tickets.samford.edu, in person at the Harrison Theatre Box Office Monday- Friday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. or by calling 726-2853.
