Qiran Al-Wasm Revives Jordanian Astronomy
On the dawn of Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the Jordanian sky will witness an astronomical conjunction between the Moon and the Pleiades cluster. This event is closely tied to Jordanian folklore, especially among Bedouins, who use such conjunctions to read seasons and predict rain and grazing conditions. The Moon will be in its Waxing Gibbous phase with up to 95% illumination, and the angular distance between the Moon and the Pleiades will be less than one degree, which may affect the visibility of faint stars. This conjunction presents an opportunity to document Jordan's astronomical heritage and to strengthen the community's knowledge related to rain and grazing practices.
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