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May 21, 2022 · The Big Dipper is the most visible part of Ursa Major, and its name is often used synonymously with the Great Bear. However, the Big Dipper itself is not a constellation. It is an asterism, a distinctive pattern formed by two or more stars.
May 15, 2017 · The symbolism on the bag is extensive and complex but one of the parts that he emphasizes is the inclusion of “a ‘white quadrilateral area resembling the life-symbol. These areas represent bears’ ears, which are used as amulets.” (Kroeber, Kindle Location 1747).
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Jun 2, 2021 · “Seated on her precious throne, the Big Dipper peacefully cultivates divine perfection, refines celestial and terrestrial spirits, concentrates Vital Breath with an empty mind, and enters the Mystery of Mysteries.
Apr 3, 2007 · Look carefully at the middle star in the Big Dipper's handle. That is Mizar, but right next to it is the much fainter Alcor, representing the frightened young sister of the angry bear. According to Aztec mythology, this group of stars does not represent a bear but Tezcatlipoca, the sorcerer and trouble-making brother of the great god Quetzalcoatl.
This Chinese asterism is more commonly known as Big Dipper. The names of the seven stars are: Celestial Pivot, Celestial Rotating Jade, Celestial Shining Pearl, Celestial Balance, Jade Sighting Tube, Opener of Heat and Twinkling Brilliance.
'Mother of the Great Chariot / Big Dipper'), also known as Dǒumǔ Yuánjūn (斗母元君 "Lady Mother of the Chariot"), Dòulǎo Yuánjūn (斗姥元君 "Lady Ancestress of the Chariot") and Tàiyī Yuánjūn (太一元君 "Lady of the Great One"), is a goddess in Chinese religion and Taoism.
In Chinese astronomy and Chinese constellation records, The Big Dipper is called "Beidou" (Chinese: 北斗; pinyin: Běi Dǒu), which literally means Northern Dipper. It refers to an asterism equivalent to the Big Dipper.
