Something Interesting about the Kaaba/Mecca and Islam miracle displayed on threaters last September 2009.

Have a look at the video clip

 

 

 

Experience the Planets

Our solar system through the eyes of artists

 

Sunlight shining through the rings of Saturn. Planet-wide dust storms cloaking Mars in pale obscurity. Images such as these only emphasize nature's ability to amaze and inspire. But what haven't we seen in our own solar neighborhood? What fantastic vistas has science predicted but so far been unable to capture? Credit: IYA2009

Visit the website for more info about the project

 

Years ago I found this website, but forgot to mention it here in the blog. I'm one of the first MarsDrive members, but not that active :) . Its a great dream project...to make our dreams come true. Well, MarsDrive is an international organization dedicated to the exploration and settlement of space and private Mars initiatives. Marsdrive is incorporated in the US and has Registered 501 c 3 status (non profit organization) with a world-wide membership and branches across North America, Europe and Australasia. Please check MarsDrive for more information. The attached file bottom contains useful information about Mars Drive.

Anyone Interested in Mars Projects Please check this one :)

MarsDrive

The Wake Up Project (W.U.P.) is a non-profit internet forum and social network service. Its focus is created to give everyone the opportunity to make their voice heard globally and promote positivity and uniting change. Wake Up Project was founded in 2009 by Noreaga with the help of co-creators Achernahr, Freedomtou and Abdullah Hashem. The website is made up of a team of directors, media developers, animators, composers, internet moderators, network and community leaders, who control, contribute, and edit the website. >>> More & Wakeupproject.com

The Truth of the World that we live in, from beginning of civilization, past, present & future.

 

 

Wake UP People

 

Up to date, 3 series are there, two are done and one on the go.

The Divine Book is the first series and consists of 7 episodes. Whereas the Arrivals is the second series and consists 51 episodes. Phase 3 is the latest series up to date.

This series are Must watch, please have a look at WakeUpProject.com

Noreaga's youtube page

Achernahr’s youtube page

And Also become a fan at WakeUpProject Facebook

More to come and ALL are about Truth In-sha-Allah

Any comments add it here :) lets wake up the world

The Time has come for the Great World Wide Star Count 2009, During October 9th to 23rd O9

Last Year we did the same thing; The Great World Wide Star Count 2008

In this Year, will do the same thing, download the activity guide to participate, and report them online.

Please Contact me by leaving your comments below for any help or info.

Visit the Great World Wide Star Count for more information.

Happy star counting :)

Clear Skies,

Mundhir

World Space Week

The Largest Public Space Event on Earth

Celebrated in over 60 Nations every October 4-10

“The United Nations General Assembly declared in 1999 that World Space Week will be held each year from October 4-10” More

This Are the Events which will be held in Oman – Muscat ( See Poster Below and click to enlarge )

Everyone in Oman can participate in the events above. (Please Note that some events are for age 10+)

The Rest of the World please please contact your nearest Astro Club for more info

U.S. President Obama will host star party at the White House

Everyone is participating, why not you!  :)

Previously I’ve posted about December 21 2012 and Earth's Final Sunset Predicted. Here comes the movie :)  so interesting and the Most awaited movie.

2012 - Sneak Peak... The Movie on the End of the World

Releasing on 13^th November 2009

 (Click here for Movie Marvelous shots ) Press esc to exit

 

The most awaited movie of the year

SCIENTIFIC EXPERTS from around the world are predicting that 3 years from now, all life on Earth could well come to an end. Some are saying it’ll be humans that would set it off. Others believe that a natural phenomenon will be the cause. And the religious folks are saying it’ll be God himself who would press the stop button. The following are some likely arguments as to why the world would end by the year 2012.

 

Reason one: Mayan calendar

The first to predict 2012 as the end of the world were the Mayans, a bloodthirsty race that were good at two things -- building highly accurate astrological equipment out of stone and sacrificing virgins.
Thousands of years ago they managed to calculate the length of the lunar moon as 329.53020 days, only 34 seconds out. The Mayan calendar predicts that the earth will end on December 21, 2012. Given that they were pretty close to the mark with the lunar cycle, it’s likely they’ve got the end of the world right as well.
Reason two: Sun storms
Solar experts from around the world monitoring the sun have made a startling discovery. Our sun is in a bit of strife. The energy output of the sun is, like most things in nature, cyclic and it’s supposed to be in the middle of a period of relative stability. However, recent solar storms have been bombarding the earth with lot of radiation energy. It’s been knocking out power grids and destroying satellites. This activity is predicted to get worse and calculations suggest it’ll reach its deadly peak sometime in 2012.
Reason three: The atom smasher
Scientists in Europe have been building the world’s largest particle accelerator. Basically, its a 27 km tunnel designed to smash atoms together to find out what makes the universe tick. However, the mega-gadget has caused serious concern, with some scientists suggesting that it’s properly even a bad idea to turn it on in the first place. They’re predicting all manner of deadly results, including mini black holes. So when this machine is fired up for its first serious experiment in 2012, the world could be crushed into a super-dense blob the size of a basketball.
Reason four: The Bible says it
If having scientists warning us about the end of the world isn’t bad enough, religious folks are getting in on the act as well. Interpretations of the Christian Bible reveal that the date for Armageddon, the final battle between good an evil, has been set for 2012. The I Ching, also known as the Chinese Book of Changes, says the same thing, as do various sections of the Hindu teachings.
Reason five: Super volcano
Yellowstone National Park in United States is famous for its thermal springs and old faithful geyser. The reason for this is simple -- it’s sitting on top of the world’s biggest volcano and geological experts are beginning to get nervous sweats. The Yellowstone volcano has a pattern of erupting every 650,000 years or so, and we’re many years overdue for an explosion that will fill the atmosphere with ash, blocking the sun and plunging the earth into a frozen winter that could last up to 15,000 years. The pressure under the Yellowstone is building steadily, and geologists have set 2012 as a likely date for the big bang.
Reason six: The physicists
This one’s case of bog -- simple maths mathematics. Physicists at Berkely University have been crunching the numbers.
They’ve determined that the earth is well overdue for a major catastrophic event. Even worse, they’re claiming that their calculations prove that we’re all going to die, very soon. They are also saying that their prediction comes with a certainty of 99 per cent; and 2012 just happens to be the best guess as to when it occurs.
Reason seven: Earth’s magnetic field
We all know the Earth is surrounded by a magnetic field that shields us from most of the sun’s radiation. What you might not know is that the magnetic poles we call North and South have a nasty habit of swapping places every 750,000 years or so -- and right now we’re about 30,000 years overdue. Scientists have noted that the poles are drifting apart roughly 20-30 kms each year, much faster than ever before, which points to a pole-shift being right around the corner. While the pole shift is under way, the magnetic field is disrupted and will eventually disappear, sometimes for up to 100 years. The result is enough UV outdoors to crisp your skin in seconds, killing everything it touches.

WhoWillSurvive2012.com

In the Name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.

We are about to enter into the last ten days of Ramadan, and here I come with another Astronomical report of the Moon crescent sighting (Hilal) of Al Shawal (Arabic Month). The sighting will take place on 19th of September 2009. 29th of Ramadan 1430H.

This Report of the Moon crescent sighting is based on Muscat location the Capital of Oman. Other Location the Data analysis will NOT be the same. If you wanted to know any information based on other location, Please send me an email or you may leave your comments here at the end of this post.

Well first of all, the Moon on 28th of Ramadan, (18th of Sep 2009) will be below the Sun Westside. So it will be impossible to sight the Moon crescent (Hilal) on that day, since the Moon will set down the Horizon before the Sun. As seen on the Picture below at 5:00 pm Westside Muscat the Capital of Oman.

On 29th of Ramadan, (19th September 2009). The Moon will be above the Sun at the same time 5:00 pm Westside and will set after the Sun, which makes it theoretical possible to sight the Moon crescent on this day. Have a look at the picture below:

 

Based on the Astronomical data report, the Sun sets at 6:05 Pm (268° W), and 6:18 pm (253° W) for the Moon which makes out only 13 minuets before each set below the Horizon. 

Technically the sighting time will be less than 13 minuets here in Muscat and based on location across the Country, the higher the altitude, the more time and chances to sight the Moon crescent (Hilal). So Sighting at Higher altitudes like in Jabal Shams (~3000 meters High) located in northeastern Oman will normally give better results compared to Muscat city area under same weather and sky conditions.

Other thing is the sky at the Horizon, which is normally the worst area to do any astronomical activities. The reason is that the sky acts like a lens and brings some illusion images like the Sunset red/golden light affects terminology.

Light pollutions is the worst thing for astronomical activities, so cities like Muscat will not be a good place for Hilal sighting. Higher altitudes away from light pollutions is always considered the best place to sight Hilal and do any other astronomical activities.

Back again to Hilal sighting in Muscat, the Moon will be theoretical visible at last moments nearly at 5:42 pm before it starts to go out of sight. As seen on the picture below:

 

In conclusion, the factors for sighting the Moon crescent (Hilal) in general across the country are too weak. Based on the age of the Moon, it will be very difficult and faint to sight the crescent across the country even if robotic telescope is used.

Age of Moon: Waxing Crescent : ~ 0.85 days old.

Chances of finding Hilal: ~ 10% Maximum across the country. (Oman)

 ~ 90% chances that Ramadan will be 30 days this year :) .

Note: Based on my analysis and prediction.

------(Other Data)----------------------------------------------------

The setting numbers are according to the GPS coordinates:- (Muscat/ Oman)

*Latitude: 23° 37' 0 N,

*Longitude: 58° 36' 0 E

Other Info: (19/09/2009)                   Sun                                       Moon

Rise:                                               5:53                                         6:15

Transit:                                           11:59                                       12:17

Set:                                                18:05                                       18:18

Software Used: Starry Night Pro Plus 6

Latest previous post: Hilal Ramadan (The Moon) sighting

Mountains in Oman:-

• The Green Mountain - Jabal Akhdar in arabic
• Mountain of Sun - Jebel Shams in arabic

Happy Moon sighting on 19th Sep 2009. In case you were lucky to see it, please call the Ministry Of Awqaf & Religious Affairs / Oman >>> ( 24694400 - 24695551 - 99376677 )

Other counties please call your Ministry or people who works regarding this :).  And make sure to answer all the questions they might ask like:

Your Name, Time sighted, Last time time/second sighted, location, location conditions, sky conditions, and how it looks like…etc  :)

Visit Islamic Crescents’ Observation Project for latest sighting news across the Planet >>> ICOProject

May Allah (The God), Guide us all to Truth and keep us on the straight path in this remaining days of Ramadan, and so on thereafter. Ammen

Clear skies,

Mundhir

  

Happy Ramadan to all of you