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Scorpio, constellation: see Scorpius Scorpius (skôr`pēəs) or Scorpio ..... Click the link for more information. . Scorpioor Scorpius(Latin; “Scorpion”) In astronomy, the constellation lying between Libra and Sagittarius; in astrology, the eighth sign of the zodiac, governing approximately the period October 24–November 21. Its symbol, a scorpion, refers to the Greek myth of the scorpion that stung Orion. The story explains why the constellation of Orion sets as Scorpius rises in the sky. Another Greek myth says that a scorpion caused the horses of the sun to bolt when they were being driven by the inexperienced Phaethon. Scorpio scorpion (Oct. 23–Nov. 21). [Astrology: Hall, 315] See : Zodiac |
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how we suddenly jump, as Scorpio, or the Scorpion, stings us in rear; we are curing the wound, when whang come the arrows all round; Sagittarius, or the Archer, is amusing himself. |
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