Asterism in mythology

Asterism in mythology refers to the representation of stars or celestial events in various cultural narratives. It often involves the mythology surrounding constellations or specific stars, where these celestial bodies are imbued with stories, symbols, and meanings. Different cultures have personified stars as gods, heroes, or mythological creatures, attributing events in the sky to human affairs or natural phenomena. For example, the constellation Orion is linked to a hunter in Greek mythology, while other cultures see different figures or stories in the same stars, highlighting the universal human connection to the night sky and its mysteries.