The original Latin meaning of the word nebula
is "mist" or "cloud" (Webster's Universal Encyclopedia).
Astronomers have found this a useful term
for describing the numerous clouds of gas
and dust in interstellar space.
The various nebulae are thought to be breeding
grounds for new stars.
The intense radiation given off by these spectacular
interstellar nurseries causes the surrounding
gases to glow with an ethereal luster.
Edgar Cayce discussed the formation of nebulae
within the broad context of creation and the
laws that operate at all levels of physical
reality -- from interstellar space down to
the atomic level.
The readings use the phrase "mists that are
gathering" to indicate that the nebulous creative
process that is the source of stars and solar
systems is still active.
 
