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The constellation of Leo was reminiscent of the Nemean Lion, killed by Hercules as one of his Labors.

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I need to know all about the constellation and greek mythology of the constellation leo. can anyone help me?

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What is the true story of the constellation Leo?

The story of Leo is that of the Nemean Lion who was killed by the Roman/Greek hero Hercules (Herakles) as one of his 12 labors.


Who are the major greek gods of the Leo constellation?

No Greek Gods - Leo is a Lion.


Why in The lost hero does Leo name the dragon festus?

Leo names the mechanical dragon Festus in tribute to Festus, the bronze dragon from Roman mythology who guarded the Golden Fleece. It represents Leo's connection to his Roman heritage and his own journey to help protect his friends and fulfill his destiny.


What was the major cause of the split between the Roman Catholic church and the Greek Orthodox Church?

pope Leo II crowned Charlemagne ( king of Franke's) as Holey Roman Emperor in 800.


What was the major cause of the split between roman catholic church and the Greek orthodox church?

pope Leo II crowned Charlemagne ( king of Franke's) as Holey Roman Emperor in 800.


What is Leo's favorite movie?

Get him to greek


What does Leo's name mean?

Leo comes from Leon, which means 'lion' in Greek.


Who did Pope Leo name Emperor of the Roman people in 800CE?

Pope Leo III crowned Charlemagne emperor of the Romans (not the Roman people).


How do you write Leo in greek?

like this: Λέω


What is Leo howards favorite color and why?

Get him to greek


Who led the split between Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox?

By the time, Great Schism the patriarch of Contantinople named Michael Cerularius dispute with Pope Leo IX. They differed with Roman church in their Eucharist. They do not use unleavened bread.