Asterism 59 - Love; Affection
Lower animals are attracted to each other by instinct, but humankind
has developed Love and Affection to cement our bonding. Lust and
infatuation may begin a relationship, but only Love and Affection can sustain
it. In them, we enjoy the presence of another person, and are drawn
out of isolation. Yet, somehow, our individuality is enhanced.
Love and Affection between two people are the foundation for the family.
13 stars – 10 from Scorpius, 2 from Libra, and 1 from Lupus.
Right Ascension = 16h08m
Declination = -26.5 degrees
This is primarily the western half of Scorpius. Alpha Scorpius,
Antares, magnitude 1.0, is the man’s hip. Beta Scorpius, Acrab,
magnitude 2.65, is the woman’s eye; Delta Scorpius, Dschubba, magnitude
2.34, is her heart. The ecliptic passes through the point where the
Lovers’ faces meet.
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