Entity: BLOOD-MOON
A blood moon is a full moon that coincides with a full lunar eclipse, giving it an unusually reddish appearance. This celestial event occurs when the Earth's atmosphere scatters blue wavelengths of light, allowing red wavelengths to reach the moon.
BLOOD-MOON
Etymology
The term 'blood moon' likely originates from the reddish appearance of the moon during a total lunar eclipse.
Definition
A blood moon is a full moon that coincides with a full lunar eclipse, causing it to have a reddish hue due to sunlight refracted through the Earth's atmosphere.
Historical Context
Throughout history, blood moons have been associated with various myths, prophecies, and cultural beliefs, often viewed as significant or ominous events.
Cultural Significance
Different cultures have attributed different meanings to blood moons, ranging from signs of impending doom to symbols of renewal and transformation.
Related Concepts
Blood moons are often linked to other celestial events such as supermoons, blue moons, and harvest moons.
See Also
A celestial phenomenon where a full moon appears red during a total lunar eclipse due to the Earth's atmosphere refracting sunlight.