The Pale Blue Dot (photograph)

"The Pale Blue Dot" is a famous photograph of Earth taken by the Voyager 1 spacecraft in 1990 from about 6 billion kilometers away. In the image, Earth appears as a tiny, fragile speck of light, less than a pixel in size, suspended in the vastness of space. This perspective highlights Earth's smallness and vulnerability within the universe, emphasizing the importance of appreciating and protecting our shared home. The image inspired Carl Sagan’s reflections on humility and stewardship, reminding us of humanity's place in the cosmos.