First, the origin and legend of the constellation
In ancient Babylon, shepherds often looked up at the starry sky at night, and the twinkling stars gradually formed various wonderful shapes in their eyes. They began to associate the stars with animals, people and other images, which was the original origin of constellation naming.
In order not to violate the agricultural season, the ancient Babylonians paid great attention to observing the astronomical phenomena. After long-term astronomical observation, they distinguished 12 constellations on the ecliptic, such as Aries, Scorpio, Gemini, Cancer, Libra, Aquarius, Pisces, Sagittarius, Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn, etc., which have been used by European astronomical circles until today.
For example, in Aries, it is said that Atamas, king of Bohemia in ancient Greece, had a prince, Frixos. The king listened to the rumors and wanted to put the prince to death. Fortunately, Hermes, the angel of the gods, sent the prince far away with a flying sheep covered with golden hair. In order to thank God for saving his life, Frixos slaughtered the flying sheep and presented it to Zeus, the god. Zeus listed this flying sheep with great achievements among the stars and became Aries.
Taurus is related to the story of Zeus falling in love with Europa. Zeus turned into a bull to lure Europa, took her to a distant land and disappeared. Zeus's real body appeared to confess to Europa. To commemorate this love, Zeus set up Taurus in the sky.
There are rich myths and legends behind the naming of these constellations, which bear the ancient people's awe of the sky and their yearning for a better life.
Second, the eighty-eight constellations tour
Aquarius is like a bottle full of mysterious water in the sky. It is characterized by the power of innovation and change. According to legend, Aquarius is related to a son of Zeus. This son has extraordinary wisdom and creativity. He gives life to everything with the water in the Aquarius. Aquila, like an eagle soaring in the sky, represents courage and strength. Legend has it that Aquila was transformed by Hermes, the messenger of Zeus. In order to convey God's will, it flew in the sky and became a constellation that people looked up to. These equatorial constellations have always maintained a unique position in the sky, bringing endless reverie to people.
Andromeda is one of the representatives of autumn constellations, and it is also an arch constellation that never falls in the northern sky. Andromeda is located in the south of Andromeda, between Perseus and Pegasus, occupying more than 30 degrees in the sky from east to west, with four bright stars γ, β, δ and α lined up, extending from northeast to southwest to Pegasus, running through the whole Andromeda. Andromeda was lifted into the sky, still maintaining its mythical image, as if chained to a cliff by the sea, looking up at Pegasus, as if waiting for the great hero Perseus to save her. There are many beautiful binary stars and multiple stars in Andromeda. For example, Andromeda's gamma star is a triad star, and its Chinese name is "Heavenly General I", which is about 84 light years away from us. The Chinese name of Andromeda beta star "mirach" means "belt", which means the chain used to bind Princess Andromeda. The Chinese name of Andromeda Alpha Star is "Cedius II", which means the head of Princess Andromeda in ancient map, and it is also the brightest star in Andromeda. There are many nebulae and star clusters in Andromeda, among which Andromeda Nebula M31 is the most famous, which is about 2.2 million light years away and has a mass of about 4×1011 solar mass.
Auriga symbolizes the strength and wisdom of the driver. Legend has it that Auriga is a brave driver, who gallops in the sky with his carriage and serves the gods. The bright stars in Auriga form a unique shape that people can recognize at a glance. Its main star, Alpha Auriga, is bright and dazzling, giving people a firm sense of strength. The mythical background of Auriga is full of adventure and courage, inspiring people to pursue their dreams.
(3) The Fantasy of Southern Constellation
Pump seat is one of the southern constellations, which was named by French astronomer Nicolas Louis Delacay in 1752 to commemorate the invention of the pump by British chemical physicist Robert Boyle. There is no particularly bright star in Pumping Station, but it has a unique position in the southern sky. Its right ascension is from 9: 27 to 11: 05, and its declination is between-24.5 and-40.4, covering an area of 239 square degrees.
Centauri is a huge and bright constellation in the southern constellation. There are two bright stars in the constellation. Alpha star was called Nanmener in ancient China, and its apparent magnitude was -0.27m, making it the third bright star in the whole day. In ancient times, the beta star was called Mabelly I, and its apparent magnitude was 0.61m, making it the eleventh bright star in the whole day. These two stars are very close to each other, and they were collectively called "South Gate Binary Stars" in ancient China. They were used for navigation when Zheng He went to the Western Ocean in the 14th century. The center of Centauri is at 13: 00 right ascension, and the declination is-47. The area is about 1060 square meters. In the south of Ophiuchus, between Sailor and Jackal, the south is immersed in the Milky Way. There are 193 stars in the constellation whose visual magnitude is brighter than 6, of which 28 are brighter than 4. In China, only a few southern provinces can see it at night in spring. The best time to observe it is May. There are many interesting celestial bodies in Centauri. For example, ω Centauri is a cluster that was once mistaken for a star. It surrounds the globular cluster in our galaxy and is the largest known globular cluster in the galaxy. It is about 18,000 light years away from the Earth and contains millions of stars of the second star group, with an age of about 12 billion years. X-3 Centauri was the first X-ray source with X-ray pulses, and was later confirmed as a low-quality X-ray binary star, about 8,000 parsec away from the sun.
Personality interpretation of the three or twelve constellations
(A) the courage and impulse of Aries
Aries people are like burning flames, full of courage and impulse. They bravely pursue their goals and are not afraid of any difficulties. In the face of challenges, Aries often rushes ahead without hesitation, showing fearless courage. For example, in team activities, Aries people often take the initiative to undertake difficult tasks and lead everyone forward. They bravely try new things and are curious about the unknown.
However, this bravery is also accompanied by impulse. Aries people tend to be hasty and lack of deliberation when making decisions. They may make the wrong choice on impulse. For example, when shopping, Aries may spend impulsively because he likes it for a while, and then regret it afterwards. In interpersonal relationships, Aries' impulse may also lead to some conflicts. They may hurt others by talking too much, but they didn't mean it.
(B) Taurus's stability and pragmatism
Taurus is famous for its stable and pragmatic personality. They are very down-to-earth in their lives, moving towards their goals step by step. Taurus people don't like taking risks, but prefer to choose a stable and reliable way to realize their dreams.
In terms of financial management, Taurus's pragmatism is particularly prominent. They are good at saving and managing money and know how to arrange their own funds reasonably. Taurus people usually make detailed budget plans and strictly control their own expenses. They will not waste money easily, but pay more attention to long-term financial planning.
At work, Taurus's stability also makes them trusted. They are serious and responsible, and they are meticulous in their work. Taurus people are not easily influenced by external interference and can concentrate on their own tasks. They will gradually realize their career goals through their own efforts and persistence.
(3) Features of other constellations
Gemini: Smart and full of curiosity. Gemini people are quick-thinking and good at communication. They can adapt to the new environment quickly and are full of desire for all kinds of knowledge. However, Gemini people are also fickle, and it is difficult to stick to one thing.
Cancer: gentle and considerate, with strong family values. Cancer people are very concerned about their family and friends and are good at taking care of others. They are sensitive and compassionate. But people in cancer are sometimes too sensitive and vulnerable.
Leo: confident and enthusiastic, with leadership style. Leo people are full of confidence and like to be the focus of attention. They are brave and decisive and have strong leadership skills. But Leo people are sometimes too conceited to listen to other people's opinions.
Virgo: Careful and prudent, pursuing perfection. Virgos pay attention to details and do things seriously and responsibly. They have high demands on themselves and others, and pursue perfect results. But Virgos can sometimes be too picky, putting pressure on themselves and others.
Libra: Fair and balanced, sociable. Libra people pay attention to fairness and harmony and are good at dealing with interpersonal relationships. They are elegant and generous, and have a good aesthetic concept. But Libra people are sometimes too hesitant to make a decision.
Scorpio: Mysterious, keen and insightful. Scorpio people are full of mystery and have strong insight. They are determined and will not give up easily. But Scorpio people are sometimes too suspicious to trust others.
Sagittarius: optimistic and cheerful, love freedom. Sagittarius people are positive, optimistic and full of energy. They love freedom and like to explore the unknown world. But Sagittarius people are sometimes too careless and lack a sense of responsibility.
Capricorn: Steady and down-to-earth, enterprising. Capricorn people are down-to-earth and work hard. They have a strong sense of responsibility and dedication to work and pursue success. But Capricorn people are sometimes too serious and lack a sense of humor.
Aquarius: Independent innovation and unique thinking. Aquarius people are independent and creative. They dare to challenge tradition and seek to be different. But Aquarius people are sometimes too stubborn to accept other people's opinions.
Pisces: gentle, kind and compassionate. Pisces people are emotional, gentle and kind. They are imaginative and have a high appreciation of art. But Pisces people are sometimes too sensitive and easy to fall into the whirlpool of emotions.
Fourth, the constellation and life
(A) the relationship between constellation and personality
The relationship between constellation and personality has always been controversial. Although scientific research has not found conclusive evidence that constellations can determine people's personality, many people still believe in the relationship between constellations and personality. Some people think that constellations can be used as a reference to help us better understand ourselves and others. For example, the brave impulse of Aries and the steadiness and pragmatism of Taurus can reflect the personality tendency of people of different constellations to some extent.
However, some people are skeptical about horoscope fortune telling. They believe that people's personality is the result of many factors, including heredity, environment, education and so on. It is unscientific to judge a person's character only by the constellation. Moreover, people in the same constellation will have great differences and cannot be generalized.
(B) the constellation in literature and art.
Constellations are widely reflected in literary and artistic works. In literary works, constellations are often used to symbolize the character characteristics or fate of characters. For example, in ancient Greek mythology, different constellations represented different heroes and their stories. In modern novels, there are also many authors who use constellations to shape characters and increase the interest and mystery of their works.
Constellation is also a common theme in painting art. Many painters will create imaginative and artistic works inspired by constellations. For example, each of the twelve constellations written by art students has its own unique style and characteristics, showing the charm of different constellations. In addition, constellations often appear in movies, music and other art forms, adding a romantic and fantastic color to the works.
(C) the interesting application of constellations
Constellations have many interesting applications in daily life. Among them, the horoscope is the most popular one. Many people will check their horoscopes to know their fortune of the day, this week or this month, including love, career, wealth and so on. Although the horoscope has no scientific basis, it can bring people a kind of psychological comfort and expectation.
Constellation pairing is also a topic of interest to many people. People believe that the combinations of different constellations will have different modes of coexistence and compatibility. For example, Aries, Leo and Sagittarius in the fire sign are considered to be energetic and enthusiastic combinations; Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces, the water signs, are considered to be a delicate and compassionate combination. However, constellation pairing is only a form of entertainment and cannot be used as the only criterion for choosing a partner.
In addition, constellations can also be used for social activities. People can learn about each other's hobbies and personality characteristics by talking about constellations, and enhance their communication and interaction. In some parties or activities, we will also design various interesting games and links with the theme of constellations, so that everyone can have a good time in a relaxed and happy atmosphere.
Five, the charm and enlightenment of the constellation
The charm of the constellation lies in its mystery first. The ancient legend of origin, the fantasy story of the 88 constellations and the interpretation of the twelve constellations all put a mysterious veil on the constellations. People's curiosity and desire to explore the unknown make the constellation an attractive topic forever.
From the eighty-eight constellations, we see the vastness and magnificence of the universe. Each constellation has its unique position and shape, as if it were a mysterious symbol in the universe, waiting for us to interpret it. The twelve constellations are closer to our life. They represent different personality characteristics and behavior styles, and let us find an interesting way in the process of understanding ourselves and others.
The inspiration that constellations bring us is also various. For example, the courage and impulsiveness of Aries remind us to pursue our dreams bravely and not be afraid of difficulties and challenges. But at the same time, we should learn to control our impulses and think more before making a decision. Taurus's steadiness and pragmatism tell us to be down-to-earth, step by step towards our goals, and at the same time learn to plan our life and finances reasonably.
Other constellations also have their own unique enlightenment. Gemini's cleverness and wit make us understand that we should be curious and constantly learn and explore new knowledge. Cancer's tenderness reminds us to care about our family and friends and cherish the people around us. Leo's confidence and enthusiasm encourage us to show ourselves bravely and give play to our leadership skills. Virgo's meticulous caution teaches us to pay attention to details and take everything seriously. Libra's just balance allows us to learn to deal with interpersonal relationships and pursue fairness and harmony. Scorpio's mysterious acumen tells us to keep insight and not give up our goals easily. Sagittarius's optimism reminds us to face life positively, love freedom and dare to explore the unknown world. Capricorn's steadiness inspires us to be responsible and enterprising, and strive for success. The independent innovation of Aquarius encourages us to dare to challenge tradition and pursue uniqueness. The gentleness and kindness of Pisces let us learn to care for others and be compassionate.
In short, although the constellation can't determine our destiny, it can be used as a reference to help us better understand ourselves and others. When facing the difficulties and challenges in life, we can draw strength and inspiration from the constellations and face them with a positive attitude. Let's find our own light and direction together in the mysterious world of constellations.
