Leo (astrology)

Leo is associated with fire, accompanied by Aries and Sagittarius, and its modality is fixed. In Greek mythology, the constellation is created by Zeus in commemoration of his son Heracles' completion of his first labour, the defeat of the Nemean lion. The lion is a very important and prominent symbol in Greek mythology.

History

Egyptians worshipped the constellation, which they referred to as "Knem", because it was present during the flooding of the Nile River. This event signified plentiful harvests for the upcoming year, and the people interpreted it as a gift from the earth. Ruler of Egypt, Tutankhamun's gold throne features lion heads where the seat and front legs meet, as well as clawed feet at the end of each leg, symbolizing power and royalty.