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Orion
Named after the hunter in Greek mythology. Orion was a giant hunter who was placed in the stars by Zeus after his death.
Andromeda
Named for the princess in Greek myth who was chained to a rock to be eaten by a sea monster but was saved by Perseus.
Cassiopeia
Named after the vain queen in Greek myth who boasted about her unrivaled beauty, angering the sea god Poseidon.
Ursa Major
Latin for 'Great Bear'. According to legend, it represents Callisto, a nymph who was turned into a bear by Hera.
Ursa Minor
Latin for 'Lesser Bear'. In mythology, it is associated with Arcas, the son of Callisto, who was also turned into a bear.
Draco
Latin for 'Dragon'. This constellation represents the dragon Ladon, who guarded the golden apples in the Garden of the Hesperides.
Aquarius
Symbolizes Ganymede, a beautiful youth in Greek mythology that was taken to the sky by Zeus to become the cupbearer of the gods.
Pegasus
The winged horse of Greek mythology, born from the blood of Medusa after she was beheaded by Perseus.
Leo
Represents the Nemean Lion in Greek mythology, a fearsome beast that was killed by Hercules as part of his twelve labors.
Taurus
Symbolizes the bull form taken by Zeus when he abducted Europa, a Phoenician princess in Greek mythology.
Gemini
Named after the twin brothers Castor and Pollux in Greek mythology, known for their strong bond and shared adventures.
Libra
Symbolizes the Scales and is often connected with the Greek goddess of justice, Dike, who weighed the souls of the dead.
Cancer
Named after the crab that harassed Hercules during his fight with the Hydra. As a reward for its service, Hera placed it in the sky.
Sagittarius
Represents the centaur archer Chiron, who was known for his wisdom and was a teacher to many Greek heroes.
Virgo
Associated with several figures, most commonly the goddess of agriculture and harvest, Demeter or her daughter Persephone.
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