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 Antares is a red binary star, fiery red and emerald green, near the center of the constellation Scorpius and is sometimes called "the Heart of the Scorpion".
[... it is said to foretell honor, preferment and good fortune. ]
Antares has been an important reference star throughout time. Euphratean names were Bilu-sha-ziri, "The Lord of the Seed" or Kak-shisa, "The Creator of Prosperity". This is one of the four key stars in the heavens, also called archangel stars. Michael (Aldebaran) watcher of the East. Gabriel (Formalhaut) watcher of the South. Raphael (Regulus) Watcher of the North. Oriel (Antares) Watcher of the West. Antares is often more visible than the planet Mars and is sometimes confused with it when the positions are close. Astrologers considered the Scorpion the House of Mars and that god its guardian. Thus, it naturally followed the character of its constellation, and is associated with eminence and activity in mankind.
This is an important star for military personnel and thought to convey mental alertness, strategic ability and courage. When Antares is at its apex, it is said to foretell honor, preferment and good fortune.
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