People in China were amazed when they saw what looked like 7 suns in the sky, as shown in a viral video.
China woman captures bizarre sight as 7 suns align in the sky
The video was filmed by a woman at a hospital in Chengdu earlier this month. It shows the seven suns shining in the sky, almost like a scene from another planet. The suns are lined up side by side, each glowing with a different brightness.
Ms. Wang, the videographer, shared that viewers were captivated by the surreal scene, which lasted about a minute and could be seen from different angles, according to Jam Press.
While it’s tempting to believe this amazing sight was caused by something supernatural, experts have proven otherwise. This impressive visual effect was actually due to the refraction and scattering of light. In this case, the effect was created by the layered glass of a hospital window.
The viral video is less about a “meteorological phenomenon,” as the video claims, and more about an optical illusion.
Social media reacts with ancient myths and wild theories
Social media users shared their wild theories about what caused the alignment of the bright stars. They expressed their excitement, offered unique interpretations, and even added a few jokes.
“It reminds me of a Chinese myth about how once there were several suns and it was so hot that nothing could grow until a god used a bow and arrow to shoot down all but one sun,” said one Reddit user.
“I normally see multiple suns when looking through a lens looking through a window looking through a windshield. Multiple panes of glass will do the trick,” said another.
Users compared the phenomenon to the Chinese myth of the cosmic archer Hou Yi, who shoots down nine of Earth’s ten suns to save the planet from burning up. A Reddit user joked, “When earth has astigmatism.”
“So is this a system apocalypse or just a normal apocalypse due to horrible air conditions?” asked one commenter, referring to China’s rampant pollution issues.
