Greek Mythology

In-depth, individual pages in this category.

• Asteria

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  The Titaness of the starry night and shooting stars.

• Orion

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  The giant huntsman of myth and the winter sky.

• Andromeda

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  The chained princess rescued by Perseus.

• Cassiopeia

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  The boastful queen seated on her chair among the stars.

• Perseus

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  The hero who slew Medusa and saved Andromeda.

• The Pleiades

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  The Seven Sisters of myth and the star cluster in Taurus.

Overview

Greek mythology supplies many of the stories attached to constellations and the names later traditions used. These are cultural narratives, presented as mythology rather than fact.

We continue to expand this category. Upcoming material includes:

• Constellation myths
• Olympian gods
• Heroes in the sky
• Star lore

Frequently asked

What is Greek Mythology?

Greek mythology supplies many of the stories attached to constellations and the names later traditions used. These are cultural narratives, presented as mythology rather than fact.

What will I find under Greek Mythology?

We are building this topic on a foundation page. Planned material includes: Constellation myths, Olympian gods, Heroes in the sky, Star lore.