Sirius
From its ancient Greek name Σείριος, "the Scorching one", or "Brilliant One", appropriate for this brightest of the fixed stars. Reapplied in Renaissance times.
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Astronomy
Official IAU information
Designation
HR 2491
HIP
32349
Bayer ID
α CMa
Visual magnitude
-1.44
Right ascension (J2000)
101.287°
Declination (J2000)
-16.7161°
IAU adoption
2016/06/30
Name origin
From its ancient Greek name Σείριος, "the Scorching one", or "Brilliant One", appropriate for this brightest of the fixed stars. Reapplied in Renaissance times.
Myths
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Astrology
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Magic
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References
- Ascension Magick: Ritual, Myth & Healing for the New Aeon — Christopher Penczak ↗
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