Messier 42 Collection

The Orion Nebula (also known as Messier 42, M42, or NGC 1976) is a diffuse nebula situated south of Orions Belt. It is one of the brightest nebulae, visible to the naked eye in the night sky

The center of the Orion Nebula, known as the Trapezium Cluster
The center of the Orion Nebula (Messir 42), known as the Trapezium Cluster. Directly in front of Messier 42 is a small grouping of hot O

The Orion Nebula. Creator: NASA
The Orion Nebula. The Orion Nebula (Messier 42) is stellar nursery only 1, 500 light-years away, making it the closest large star-forming region to Earth in the constellation of Orion

Widefield view of Orion Nebula and Horsehead Nebula
Widefield view of Orion Nebula (Messier 42), and Horsehead Nebula

The Orion constellation

A close up of the Orion Nebula, also known as Messier 42 or NGC 1976, is a diffuse nebula situated south of Orions Belt. It is one of the brightest nebulae

The Orion Nebula, Belt of Orion, Sword of Orion and nebulosity
The Orion Nebula, Belt of Orion, Sword of Orion, Barnards Loop (left), small reflection nebula Messier 78 (above center), Horshead Nebula (center), and NGC 2024 (above Horsehead Nebula)

M42, the Orion Nebula (top), and NGC 1977, a reflection nebula (bottom)

NGC 1973, The Running Man Nebula. This image captured with a telescope and a scientific CCD camera

Orion and Canis Major showing dog stars Sirius and Procyon
Orion and Canis Major, taking in Canis Minor as well, including the dog stars Sirius (lower) and Procyon (upper left). Around Orion you can see Barnards Loop

The Orion Nebula with reflection nebula NGC 1977
Messier 42, the Orion Nebula with reflection nebula NGC 1977

The Orion Nebula Region
The Orion Nebula, M42 and M43, with surrounding associated nebulae and star clusters, such as the Running Man Nebula above (NGC 1975) and blue star cluster above it, NGC 1981

Orion and the Winter Triangle stars; Sirius, Procyon and Betelgeuse. M50, M46, M47 and M41 open clusters are all visible at left

M42 nebula in Orion

Orion and Monoceros region

Mosaic of Orion Nebula and Horsehead Nebula

Young stars emerge from Orions head
May 17, 2007 - This image from the Spitzer Space Telescope shows infant stars hatching in the head of the hunter constellation, Orion

Area around the Belt of Orion, with the Horsehead and Flame Nebula
The area around the Belt of Orion, with the Horsehead and Flame Nebulae at bottom flanking the bright star Zeta Orionis, also known as Alnitak, with Messier 78 at upper left

Orion and Canis Major with the dog star Sirius at lower left
Orion and Canis Major, with Sirius, the Dog Star, at lower left. Some airglow brightened the sky at lower right

Messier 42, the Orion Nebula

Messier 42, The Great Nebula in Orion and NGC 1977, The Running Man Nebula

Messier 78 & Horsehead Nebula in Orion. Messier 78 & Horsehead Nebula in Orion
The Horsehead Nebula (B33) at bottom, below the star Zeta Orionis (aka Alnitak, the left star of Orionas Belt), plus NGC 2024, the Flame Nebula, above Zeta

The Center of the Orion Nebula (The Trapezium Cluster)

The Orion Nebula in infrared light. This spectacular image of the Orion Nebula star-formation region was obtained from multiple exposures using the HAWK-I infrared camera

A colony of hot young stars in the Orion Nebula where star formation is occuring. The young stars dip and peak in brightness

M42, The Orion Nebula

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Messier 42, also known as the Orion Nebula, is a breathtaking celestial wonder that captivates astronomers and stargazers alike. Located in the center of the Orion constellation, this nebula holds an extraordinary beauty that has been captured by NASA. At its heart lies the Trapezium Cluster, a group of young stars illuminating the surrounding gas and dust clouds. This cluster serves as a stellar nursery, where new stars are born amidst swirling cosmic chaos. The widefield view of the Orion Nebula and Horsehead Nebula reveals their intricate dance within this vast expanse. The images provided by NASA showcase the sheer magnificence of Messier 42. Its vibrant colors and ethereal glow paint a mesmerizing portrait against the dark canvas of space. From afar, it appears like a distant brushstroke on nature's grand masterpiece. Intriguingly enough, NGC 1977 - a reflection nebula - accompanies M42 in its celestial journey. Together they form an awe-inspiring sight that leaves observers spellbound. One cannot help but be drawn to NGC 1973, aptly named The Running Man Nebula due to its resemblance to a sprinting figure amidst interstellar clouds. It adds another layer of intrigue to this already captivating region. As we marvel at these stunning images from NASA's lens, we are reminded once again of our place in this vast universe. Messier 42 stands as both an artistic creation and scientific marvel—a testament to the wonders waiting beyond our Earthly confines for those who dare explore them further.