ZODIAC SIGNS AND MYTHOLOGY

The zodiac signs are derived from the paths that the sun makes across the 12 different constellations over the course of a year.

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Every zodiac sign is linked to a unique collection of features and attributes that define a person's personality.

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The ancient cultures of Babylonia and Egypt both contributed to the development of the zodiac signs that are used today.

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Many of the zodiac signs are named after animals, such as the sign for Aries, which is the ram, and the sign for Leo, which is the lion.

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Gods and goddesses from ancient mythology are frequently featured in the legends that accompany each of the zodiac signs.

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For instance, the narrative of Scorpio is connected to the Greek tradition of Orion being killed by a scorpion, which is where the myth originated.

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In a similar vein, the myth of Sagittarius is connected to the Greek legend of Chiron, a centaur who was renowned for his prowess with an arrow.

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The connection between zodiac signs and mythology continues to fascinate people today, and many still turn to astrology for guidance and insight.

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