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(Encyclopedia) CE5 Signs of the zodiac CEE zodiaczodiaczōˈdēăk [key] [Gr. zoion=animal], in astronomy, zone of the sky that includes about 8° on either side of the ecliptic. The apparent paths…

Brewer's: Zodiac

An imaginary belt or zone in the heavens, extending about eight degrees each side of the ecliptic. Signs of the Zodiac. The zodiac is divided into twelve equal parts, proceeding from west…

The Chinese Zodiac

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Aquarius

(Encyclopedia) AquariusAquariusəkwârˈēəs [key] [Lat.,=water carrier], large constellation located on the ecliptic (the sun's apparent path through the heavens) between Capricornus and Pisces; it is…

Brewer's: Ram of the Zodiac

(The). This is the famous Chrysomallon, whose golden fleece was stolen by Jason in his Argonautic expedition. It was transposed to the stars, and made the first sign of the Zodiac. The…

The Chinese Zodiac Calendar

The Years of the Zodiac The Chinese lunisolar calendar is divided into 12 months of 29 or 30 days. The calendar is adjusted to the length of the solar year by the addition of extra months at regular…

Brewer's: Lion of the Zodiac

One of the signs of the Zodiac (28th of July to the 23rd of August). Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894Lion's ClawsLion of the Reformation A B C D E F G…

Zodiac Signs of the Presidents

The Question: What zodiac sign have the most presidents been born under? The Answer: It is a tie. There have been five Scorpio (Oct.…

Chinese Zodiac Quiz

The Chinese Zodiac is expansive, from the energetic and outgoing Year of the Rat to the loyal and hardworking Year of the Ox. This quiz will challenge you to match each animal with its corresponding…

Mazzaroth

(Encyclopedia) MazzarothMazzarothmăzˈərŏth [key], in the Bible, name probably signifying the signs of the Zodiac.