Southern Cross' Seven Stars (theory)

Southern Cross' Seven Stars theory, often discussed in the context of Australian astronomy and mythology, refers to a navigational and cultural framework based on the Southern Cross constellation and its surrounding stars. This theory highlights how indigenous peoples and early navigators utilized the prominent Southern Cross to guide their travels and mark seasonal changes. The “Seven Stars” include the four main stars of the Southern Cross and three additional stars that are visually associated with them. This configuration served both practical purposes in navigation and cultural significance in storytelling and tradition among various communities in the Southern Hemisphere.