Gemini: The Greek Myth Behind Your Sign
Start writing a post
Entertainment

Gemini: The Greek Myth Behind Your Sign

The Gemini twins and the Greek myth behind them.

Jackie Montalvo
Feb 23, 2016
Northwestern University
274
Gemini: The Greek Myth Behind Your Sign

May 21 - June 20


The story behind the Gemini twins takes us to Castor and Pollux, the sons of Leda.

These twins share the same mother, but they have different fathers. Castor's father was Tyndarus, the king of Sparta, and Pollux's father was Zeus, the god of the gods.

These two brothers did everything together, from fighting in the Trojan War (which was being fought over their sister, Helen of Troy) to searching for the Golden Fleece of Aries the Ram. Castor was known for his horsemanship and Pollux was known for his strength.

Because Castor's father was mortal, he too was mortal and because Pollux's father was a god, he was immortal. When Castor finally dies, Pollux doesn't know how to live without his brother. He begs his father Zeus to reunite him with his brother.

Because of their bravery, Zeus decides to grant Castor immortality and they are placed in the night sky together for all time. The stars in the constellations contain stars named Castor and Pollux and the way that you can tell who is who is that Castor's spear points down to show his past mortality and Pollux's points up to Mt. Olympus, representing his immortality.


Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Relationships

Grateful Beyond Words: A Letter to My Inspiration

I have never been so thankful to know you.

University of New Haven
283689
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Smith College
85055
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
waitlisted
Swoon

Navigating the Talking Stage: 21 Essential Questions to Ask for Connection

It's mandatory to have these conversations.

National Writers Society
147969
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
single life
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

Marist College
51185
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

University of Oklahoma
986873
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
family and friends

Trending Topics

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments