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Andromeda

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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.

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Orion

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Named after the hunter in Greek mythology. Orion was a giant hunter who was placed in the stars by Zeus after his death.

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Gemini

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Named after the twin brothers Castor and Pollux in Greek mythology, known for their strong bond and shared adventures.

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Libra

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Symbolizes the Scales and is often connected with the Greek goddess of justice, Dike, who weighed the souls of the dead.

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Virgo

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Associated with several figures, most commonly the goddess of agriculture and harvest, Demeter or her daughter Persephone.

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Sagittarius

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Represents the centaur archer Chiron, who was known for his wisdom and was a teacher to many Greek heroes.

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Taurus

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Symbolizes the bull form taken by Zeus when he abducted Europa, a Phoenician princess in Greek mythology.

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Ursa Minor

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Latin for 'Lesser Bear'. In mythology, it is associated with Arcas, the son of Callisto, who was also turned into a bear.

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Cassiopeia

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Named after the vain queen in Greek myth who boasted about her unrivaled beauty, angering the sea god Poseidon.

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Cancer

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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.

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Leo

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Represents the Nemean Lion in Greek mythology, a fearsome beast that was killed by Hercules as part of his twelve labors.

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Aquarius

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Symbolizes Ganymede, a beautiful youth in Greek mythology that was taken to the sky by Zeus to become the cupbearer of the gods.

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Pegasus

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The winged horse of Greek mythology, born from the blood of Medusa after she was beheaded by Perseus.

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Ursa Major

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Latin for 'Great Bear'. According to legend, it represents Callisto, a nymph who was turned into a bear by Hera.

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Draco

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Latin for 'Dragon'. This constellation represents the dragon Ladon, who guarded the golden apples in the Garden of the Hesperides.

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