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Ophiuchus

Ophiuchus: A large constellation that crosses the ecliptic and represents a man grasping a snake. It has many bright stars, star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies.
Mythology: Ophiuchus has various origins in ancient cultures, such as the Greek god Apollo, the Trojan priest Laoco�n, or the healer Asclepius. It is sometimes associated with the serpent in the Garden of Eden.
Zodiac: Ophiuchus is not a sign of the zodiac, but a constellation that overlaps with the sign of Sagittarius. The signs of the zodiac are based on the seasons, not the constellations.
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