Before the days of science, people believe that the moon emits light. When astronauts traveled to the moon they testified that the moon does not emit light.

Scientist came up with the idea the moon is merely reflecting the light from the sun. Can anyone tell me which silly goat came up with this idea?

The theory contradicts itself and yet we can accept it. If the moon reflects light then it would had been seen as emitting light. Shine a torch into your eyes and it would be too much light for you. Even if this light is reflected into your eyes by a mirror it has the same effect.

I am also surprise astronauts accepted this theory. They had approached the moon and saw that it was lightless. It was not like approaching a mirror with a light beam shinning on it. What I cannot understand is as you approach the moon you can see that it does not emit any light. Here on the surface of earth you can see moon light. Those who are good in science please enlighten me. Thanks.