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Greek myths explain the name (and origin) of many constellation names.
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Are constellations alike or different?
it is different
Why do constellations have such strange names?
Most constellations were named hundreds of years ago, in greek and latin.
What does constellation mean in Greek?
"Constellation" is a Greek word, and constellations were first discovered by the Greeks, believed to be a greek called 'Homer'. I think constellations is the name given to them by the Greek, so therefore 'constellation' in Greek is 'constellation'.
Which constellations does the ecliptic pass through?
FANTASTIC question !!! The constellations along the ecliptic are the constellations of THE ZODIAC ! In Greek, "zodiac" means "ring of animals"
Do all constellations have stories?
Most of the myths can be found in Greek mythology. This gives the star constellations an interesting name and a good story to remember. Not all of the constellations will have a myth or story behind them but most do. You will want to look at the different ones that you find online and see which ones have stories and which don't. Just remember that constellations are not real but are instead used as a way to tell the stars in the night sky apart. So don't take the stories too seriously because they are just an easy way to remember the different star constellations. So have fun with this and learn what you can about each of the constellations now.
Who researched Greek myths?
Modern people and ancient alike.
How did stars receive its name?
Stars received their names from the ancient Greeks and romans, who observed the constellations and named them after Greek myths.
How are greek and Egypt religions alike?
They both believe in Gods and Goddesses.
Are constellations alike or different?
it is different
How was the constellation Andromeda formed according to Greek myths?
Click link below, then choose Andromeda from menu! When Andromeda and her parents Cassiopeia and Cepheus died they became constellations.
How is galaxies and constellations not alike?
one thing galaxy's have planets but not constellations another... constellations look like that the stars are close but the aren't
What significance did myths have on the Greek people?
The Greek myths were the ancient Greek's religion.
Who created Greek Myths?
The greeks created greek myths
When was The Greek Myths created?
The Greek Myths was created in 1955.
When did the Greek myths originate?
Greek myths origiated from Greece in 800bce
How old are Greek myths?
The greek myths are as old as the greeks, for they are who made them.
What were the constellations named after?
greek gods
