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a conspicuous constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Auriga and Cassiopeia and crossed by the Milky Way
a famous hero from Greek mythology, often depicted as a man wielding a sword and holding the severed head of Medusa
Who is "Perseus"?
Perseus is a hero from Greek mythology known for his quest to slay the Gorgon Medusa. According to the myth, Perseus was the son of Zeus and Danaë, and he was tasked with a seemingly impossible mission to defeat Medusa, a creature with snakes for hair whose gaze could turn people to stone. With the help of gifts from the gods, including a reflective shield from Athena and winged sandals from Hermes, Perseus successfully beheaded Medusa and used her head as a powerful weapon in later adventures. His story emphasizes themes of bravery, divine assistance, and the triumph of good over monstrous threats.
