Paul Schlyter Apr 4, 2001
> I recently watched a TV programme in which it was suggestedPerhaps the TT-UT correction used by Guide isn't accurate as
> that the mysterious "star" seen in the east was, in fact,
> the reappearance of Jupiter following occultation by the new
> moon on April 17th 6BC (year -5). However simulation of this
> event using Guide 7.0 shows Jupiter reappearing around 10.42 GMT
> (ie a little after midday in Jerusalem) - not a night-time event
> at all! Any comments?