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Todd Weeks
{K:7636} 11/29/2006
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Doyle,
Notice that two of the stars are named after the parents. 2 parents, 7 daughters = 9 stars.
Todd
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Todd Weeks
{K:7636} 11/28/2006
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Doyle,
That is a huge can of worms you have opened there.
The cluster has other names, most commonly, The Pleiades. The Pleiades Cluster is an extensive part of mythology. In Greek mythology, the Pleiad(e)s were the seven daughters of Atlas and Pleione, and half-sisters of the Hyades. They were banished to the night sky by Zeus (I think).
The cluster has seven stars that are easily discernable under dark skies with the naked eye, a condition that dominated the night skies of old. One is very faint, so most people only see 6 with the naked eye. The myth also accounts for this dimmer star. I can't recall the details off the top of my head.
I could go on. The subject of astronomy is such a fascinating topic. There is so much historical information about the different cultures that looked to the heavens. It is a universal subject as most all cultures studied the heavens to try to achieve enlightenment of some sort.
Anyway, what was the original question?
Can't remember. I hope I answered it for you. ;^)
Todd
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Doyle D. Chastain
{K:101119} 11/28/2006
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Perfectly composed shot accenting the Seven Sisters Todd . . . I attached the nine names of the seven sisters to your image (correct me if I'm wrong) but perhaps you can teach me something? How are NINE stars considered as a constellation called seven sisters??
Regards, Doyle I <~~~~~
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Leo Régnier Я£
{K:67696} 11/28/2006
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Nice abstract my friend!! Leo
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Dave Stacey
{K:150877} 11/28/2006
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Well done astronomical shot, Todd! Looks like you're going off in a different direction! Dave.
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