#CosmicPerspective

[robreyart]

Heliosphere Oil, 18 x 24 in, 2015

Cosmic rays are a deadly form of radiation originating outside our solar system. Without protection from these dangerous high-energy particles, life may not be possible, but the heliosphere surrounds and protects us from most of this onslaught.

The heliosphere is the region of space that surrounds our solar system, where the solar wind (plasma) from our sun radiates outward and the magnetic field of the sun dominates space. This area ends well beyond Pluto, where it meets the interstellar medium and it's boundary protects our solar system from most of the galactic cosmic rays coming from interstellar space.

More about the heliosphere: https://youtu.be/kRH3jAqx8Wk Prints: https://robrey.storenvy.com

[mindtoolsofficial]

It’s easy to forget how small we are. We get caught up in daily arguments, frustrations, and the endless grind. But think about this: in the vastness of the universe, in billions of galaxies, not a single one of us is duplicated. That’s the truth. No one else like you has existed or will exist again. When someone disagrees with you, it can feel personal. But in that moment, zoom out. Think about it—our disagreements are so small in the grand scheme. Why waste time clinging to grudges when life is so fleeting and fragile?

[tabutesakina]

Title: Prophetic Continuity: Unveiling the Connection Across Scripture

In exploring the divine prophecies across the Quran, the Bible, and Shia literature, a profound narrative of continuity and fulfillment emerges. This examination reveals how these sacred texts align on key prophetic figures, affirming a unified divine plan.

The Prophecies of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

The Quran explicitly references prophecies concerning Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) found in earlier scriptures. Surah Al-Anbiya (21:105) states:

"And We have already written in the Zaboor (Psalms) after the Zikr (the Torah) that My righteous servants shall inherit the earth."

This verse confirms that the coming of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was foretold in the Psalms and the Torah, affirming the continuity and consistency of divine guidance across sacred texts.

The Significance of Shiloh and Aeliya

The Book of Genesis 49:10 in the Bible speaks of a significant figure:

"The scepter shall not depart from Judah, nor the ruler's staff from between his feet, until Shiloh comes; and to him shall be the obedience of the peoples."

In Shia tradition, this prophecy is associated with Imam Ali (AS). Imam Ali (AS) declared, "I am that Shiloh from the Torah, Aeliya from the Injeel." This identification places Imam Ali (AS) as a key figure prophesied in earlier scriptures, emphasizing his central role in divine plans.

The Role of Aeliya

In Shia literature, Aeliya is understood to refer to Imam Ali (AS), who is prophesied to play a crucial role in the end times. This belief aligns with the Quranic vision of a divinely guided leadership that culminates in the figure of Imam Mahdi (AS). Imam Mahdi (AS), the 11th successive son of Imam Ali (AS), is destined to establish the complete rule of God on Earth.

The Legacy of Ishmael's Descendants

The Book of Genesis 17:20 provides a prophetic promise:

"And as for Ishmael, I have heard you: Behold, I have blessed him, and will make him fruitful, and will multiply him exceedingly; twelve princes shall he beget, and I will make him a great nation."

This prophecy about Ishmael’s descendants is seen in Islamic tradition as a reference to the twelve leaders from his lineage. These leaders include the twelve Imams who succeed Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), with Imam Mahdi (AS) as the 11th and final Imam. Imam Mahdi (AS) is expected to bring about the complete rule of God on Earth, fulfilling the divine promise of justice and peace.

Conclusion

The prophetic narratives across the Quran, the Bible, and Shia literature converge to affirm a unified divine plan involving key figures. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is confirmed in earlier scriptures, while Imam Ali (AS) is identified as Shiloh and Aeliya, playing a central role in divine guidance. Additionally, the prophecy about Ishmael’s descendants aligns with the twelve Imams following Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), culminating in Imam Mahdi (AS), who is destined to establish God's complete rule on Earth. These connections highlight a consistent narrative of divine guidance and promise, offering a profound understanding of prophetic continuity and fulfillment.

[tmarshconnors]

“Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence.”

Carl Edward Sagan was an American astronomer, planetary scientist, and science communicator. His best-known scientific contribution is his research on the possibility of extraterrestrial life, including the experimental demonstration of the production of amino acids from basic chemicals by exposure to light. 

Born: 9 November 1934, Brooklyn, New York, United States

Died: 20 December 1996 (age 62 years), Fred Hutch Cancer Center, Seattle, Washington, United States.

Popularised Science Through “Cosmos” Sagan co-wrote and hosted Cosmos: A Personal Voyage (1980), a groundbreaking TV series that brought astronomy and the wonder of the universe into millions of homes. It became one of the most-watched PBS series in history.

Worked on NASA Missions He played a major role in several NASA missions, including the Mariner, Viking, Voyager, and Galileo programs. He helped design messages for extraterrestrial life, like the Golden Record aboard Voyager.

Pioneer of Planetary Science Sagan was instrumental in explaining the greenhouse effect on Venus, the seasonal changes on Mars, and the nature of Saturn's moon Titan. He essentially helped define planetary science as a field.

Wrote the Novel Contact His 1985 science-fiction novel Contact (later made into a film starring Jodie Foster in 1997) tackled the philosophical and scientific implications of contact with extraterrestrial life.

Advocated Against Nuclear Weapons Sagan warned about “nuclear winter”—the potential climate effects of widespread nuclear war. He used his platform to push for nuclear disarmament during the Cold War, blending science with social responsibility.

[darthquarkky]

Five visual proofs that Earth isn't flat – from star trails to gravity vectors. This collection combines high-altitude photography, astronomical phenomena, and scientific visualizations to dismantle flat Earth myths with evidence-based clarity. Perfect for science educators, astronomy enthusiasts, and critical thinkers.

[astromahindra]

Based in Florida, Astro Mahindra provides one-on-one psychic readings and astrology consultations, helping individuals make informed decisions. Master Sadashiv is recognized as the best psychic in Florida, offering precise answers and valuable advice.

[hopefulvowel]

Letter to a spacefarer

Tell me spacefarer, when you look out, what do you see? What lies ahead on the cosmic horizon? Where are you headed? I think of you visiting far-flung outposts, orbiting space stations, and glimmering megalopolises. I dream of you touching pulsars, nebulas, black holes, and new stars.

Tell me spacefarer, what drives you? Why do you stay in that bubble of life surrounded by the endless void? Are you with family or are they far away? Does a corporation own your servitude, or do you fly for you? I imagine a large family onboard a generation ship excited to start their new life on another planet. I believe in an independent captain, who unites their crew when faced with overwhelming odds.

Tell me spacefarer, is your life filled with excitement? Is every week packed with new adventures? Or has your extraordinary voyage through the void become a repeatable exercise in logistics? Does your job inspire wonder or boredom? I picture your colleagues with titles like fusion technician, anti-matter analyst, or space folder. I envision them leap with excitement at their work, or dread yet another day at the same station.

Tell me spacefarer, how do you see us? Are we specs, stepping stones, or a bridge connecting humanity to the stars? Do you think of us like Verne, dreaming of an impossible submarine? Or are we the Wright brothers, only touching the surface of the inevitable?

I see a man, born in the late 14th century, standing on a dock looking at a newly built ship. He marvels at advances made to develop grander and faster ships that require fewer sailors to operate. He hears exclamations that within a decade these advancements will create new trading routes for all, a thought that intrigues and excites him. He dreams of brave explorers venturing out and imagines what they will discover by going further and faster than anyone before them. He pictures himself, aboard a huge barque, manning the helm and commanding the crew. The speed at which they travel astonishes him, enabling them to explore new lands with ease.

This man stands in his present and looks out to the horizon, the future, dreaming of what is out of reach.

Within a few centuries, whilst this man has long passed, his dream has become a reality. Ships have become so large and fast that they can move cargo from Europe to Asia and back within a year. New worlds have been found. Yet, with the wonders around them the sailors on board are no longer fascinated by the same advancements, but exhausted from the effort. They now see their role, not as brave explorers, but as employees in a repeatable exercise in logistics – often dreading the journey.

Spacefarer, you are my sailor. I look at you and marvel, even if you do not marvel at yourself. I stand here in my present, looking out at the horizon, and dream of what it must be like for you over the bend.

But, spacefarer, I do not write to you to tell you how I marvel. I write to ask you this: when you look out, what do you see? What lies ahead on the cosmic horizon? Where are you headed?

[colorpalettebyrm]

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[r0man-sanchez]

The Majestic Canvass

When people talk about the universe, they only talk about the observable universe, the imaginable universe. In my mind, the universe encompassed a much larger scope than that of what scientists envision. I have always thought of the “universe” as all physical existence within and beyond our domain of reality, not just what can be observe with the naked eye. The universe is everything contained…

[marcdecaria]

Here are some insights that might assist you on your journey. Although it may seem evident to some, it's essential to recognize that you are a part of a broader system, a fractal that reflects the entire cosmic reality.

From the perspective of this fractal, the cosmos might seem endless. Still, it's essential to remember that time is not linear but relative. Picture the universe as something birthed at a specific moment, needing no energy to sustain its illusion. It stands as potential or dormant data, filled with myriad subsections ready for exploration, until a fractal or fractals, such as yourself, call it into action.

During what could be termed the 'staging stage' – a gathering and aligning of data from a higher viewpoint, preparing for a fresh iteration – your role is indispensable. Embracing a more expansive awareness that includes this larger system you're part of is not only possible but encouraged. This system relies on the thoughts and desires of its contained fractals, creating new pathways for growth and experience.

We are on the threshold of a new age, a reflection of the continual growth and evolution of this greater system. These 'ages' act as more complex constructs guiding the universal flow. Unfortunately, our material world neglects to teach this perspective, a circumstance that might have been necessary to ensure future understanding and correction.

This process continues in an endless loop, ever renewing and evolving. If these ideas resonate with you, consider this knowledge your entry point, enabling you to claim your sovereignty from the ongoing consolidation of this iteration. It's a call to understanding your interconnectedness with all, a profound realization that can lead to empowerment and wisdom.

[meditateplanet]

Can you drink the ocean in a single gulp? 🌊 🥤 🌏 This koan explores the relationship between the finite and the infinite. #InfiniteWisdom #LimitlessMind #ZenParadox #CosmicPerspective

[robreyart]

Magnetosphere Oil, 30x24 in, 2021. An homage to Fumée D'Ambre Gris by John Singer Sargent.

In addition to the beneficial warmth and light we receive daily, our sun expels a constant barrage of dangerous charged particles called the solar wind. When solar storms occur, flares and coronal mass ejections can be thrown our way at speeds of millions of kilometers per hour. Luckily, movements within earths molten metal core generate a protective magnetic shield around our home planet. Without our magnetosphere to protect us, the solar wind may have long ago stripped away our atmosphere, leaving Earth looking much more like Mars looks today: barren, dry, and lifeless.

Human wellbeing has been shown to benefit greatly from the experience and practice of gratitude, whether that gratitude is directed toward someone else or not. Most of us don’t spend much time thinking about our magnetosphere, but it’s one of the many extraordinary things that make life possible on our little world. This can serve as a reminder to take notice of other things we may be taking for granted in our lives.

Happy Thanksgiving!

[topcao]

Voici ma dernière image. Et quelle image pour refermer ce chapitre : la galaxie d’Andromède. À plus de deux millions d’années-lumière, elle s’avance lentement vers nous, majestueuse, tranquille, spiralant dans le silence intergalactique. Chaque point lumineux dans cette image est une étoile. Et ce que l’on voit ici, ce ne sont pas des étoiles — c’est une ville de galaxies. Des milliards de soleils, des milliards de mondes possibles. Andromède n’est pas seulement une voisine. C’est un miroir. Une projection de ce que nous sommes, de ce que pourrait devenir notre propre galaxie. Elle nous rappelle que tout ce que nous voyons dans le ciel appartient à quelque chose de bien plus vaste… et que nous en faisons partie. Je clôture ici cette série d’images. Mais le ciel, lui, ne s’arrête jamais. Merci à vous tous pour les regards partagés. — A., entre deux silences #andromeda #galaxie #m31 #astrophoto #astrophotographie #galaxyphotography #deepuniverse #universinvisible #universinfini #cosmos #cosmicperspective #spacewonder #univers #starscape #spacephotography #skywatcher #milkywayneighbor #spiralgalaxy #espace #astronomyphoto #astronomylovers #nightcosmos #cosmicbeauty #telescopeview #andromedagalaxy #galaxyhunter #astrophotographer #contemplation #finalpost #gratitude July 09, 2025 at 10:21AM via Instagram https://instagr.am/p/DL4VHMntB0Y/

[vijaysparrmar]

It’s easy to forget just how small we are. Earth is just 1 of an estimated 3.2 trillion planets in the Milky Way galaxy alone. Our Sun? Just 1 of roughly 200 billion stars in that same galaxy. And the Milky Way is only 1 of about 2 trillion galaxies in the observable universe.

Let that sink in: our planet, everything we know and love, is a tiny speck in a cosmic ocean that stretches across 93 billion light-years. And even that is just what we can observe. Beyond it? Possibly infinite galaxies, stars, planets—and maybe even life.

This perspective doesn’t diminish our importance. Instead, it reminds us how rare and precious Earth is. Out of trillions of planets, this one sustains life. This one is home.

So the next time things feel overwhelming, remember—we are part of something so much bigger than ourselves. Something vast, mysterious, and still mostly unexplored.

#CosmicPerspective #LifeOnEarth #SpaceFacts #AstronomyLovers #UniverseWonder

[tmarshconnors]

Solitude of the Night Sky

I’ve spent countless hours staring up at the night sky. You know that feeling when it’s just you, surrounded by the vastness above, with nothing but your thoughts to keep you company? A silent world where thoughts unravel and wander freely, far from the noise and distractions of everyday life.

The night sky has always pulled at something deep within me, almost as if those distant stars and the quiet expanse of space give permission for a rare kind of introspection. I’ll catch myself considering everything from the small details of the day to grand, nearly outlandish, ideas about life and purpose. It’s as though my mind mirrors the night’s openness, allowing thoughts to drift and take shape, sometimes quietly chaotic, sometimes intensely focused.

There’s a strange paradox to it all feeling both minuscule in the face of the universe and yet profoundly connected to something bigger. And, of course, the absence of daylight brings a clarity that only the night offers. Ideas seem sharper, thoughts a bit more honest, and my sense of self, more certain.

I’ve found that these moments alone with the night sky are like a reset. It's a solitude that doesn’t feel lonely; rather, it feels like a moment of reunion with the quieter parts of myself.

Zzzzzzzz

Night all

TMarsh-Connors

[bucktowngradingandconstruction]

Just had that 3am existential moment realizing how little we've actually explored our own planet? Like, the deepest hole humans have ever dug—the Kola Superdeep Borehole—only went about 12.2 km down. That's not even through the crust!

For perspective:

Earth's crust: 5-70 km thick

Earth's mantle: 2,900 km thick

Earth's outer core: 2,200 km thick

Earth's inner core: 1,220 km radius

We haven't even punctured the planet's first layer, and yet we're planning colonies on Mars? Make it make sense.

Related: The Cost of Landscape Grading in Georgia: What to Expect

The wild part is WHY we can't go deeper. It's not just about better drills. At those depths:

Temperatures reach 180°C (356°F)

Pressure becomes crushing

Rock behaves strangely (less like solid material and more like plastic)

Equipment warps and fails

Even our best predictions about what we'll find often turn out wrong

There's something both humbling and slightly unsettling about living on a planet where we've mapped distant galaxies but can't reach what's beneath our feet. Like living in a house for decades but never being allowed in the basement.

I think I need coffee. Or sleep. Probably both.

#EarthScience #DeepThoughts #LiterallyDeep #Geology #HumansAreTiny #CosmicPerspective #NightThoughts #WeirdScience