The Eagle Nebula

Does anyone else follow NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day? If so, you've probably seen some pretty nifty images. I'm always happy when they post a photo of a nebula; they're just magnificent. Some of them have a funky shape, like the Heart Nebula and the Witch Head Nebula. And if you're into astronomy, chances are you've seen a picture of the Eagle Nebula. The following is one of the most frequently circulated photos, a part of the nebula called the Pillars of Creation:



EDIT: just noticed Blogger cuts off the image, so here's a link to the whole thing.

Beautiful, right? I've seen this photo many times, but didn't realize until tonight that a certain messiah is hiding in one of those big columns of hydrogen and dust. What a sneaky guy! I love this, it's just like Where's Waldo or Hidden Pictures.

Give up? Here's the answer, you lazy bum. Get some glasses.



It seems so obvious now, doesn't it? The photo was posted on this page by a guy who works at a college or something, so clearly he knows what he's talking about. It really is the most important picture you will ever see! Follow the links he provides for even more.

The page linked above was discovered via Phil Plait's Bad Astronomy (Bad? Clearly he's a Jesus-hater) and also proves that Vladimir Lenin will try to kill you in your shower (commie bastard).

I really love the name Vladimir... almost as much as I love nebulae.

Live long and prosper,
Your Humble Blogmistress