Lunar eclipse and myths — what do science and religion say?

KARACHI: A lunar eclipse happens when the earth comes in between the moon and the sun. According to experts, the lunar eclipse is a natural phenomenon that occurs several times every year.

However, there are a number of myths related to lunar eclipses. We ask experts of science and religion to discuss the prevailing myths about lunar eclipses.

The effect of lunar eclipse on pregnant women is merely a myth, said the experts.

Doctor Aliya Bano said that birth defects in children are not due to lunar eclipses but because of deficiency of nutrients and vitamins.

Religious scholars said the myth that lunar eclipses affecting pregnant women has nothing to do with Islam, although it is a difficult time for the universe.

Pakistan on Friday witnessed a penumbral moon eclipse, visible in almost all the regions of the country and some parts of the world.

The last eclipse of the year took place today, September 16 at 09:55 pm. It reached its peak on 11: 55 pm.

The eclipse lasted till 1:54 am on September 17.