Guardians of the Sky

The Royal Stars, Guardians of the Sky, are spirits and stars, first discussed by Persian astrologers some three thousand years ago. The Guardians of the Sky are visible spirits. You can look up and see them, each so bright, they dominate the heavens for a season. As above, so below: these stars are guardians of the heavens and Earth. (Modern names of the stars are used below.)

• Aldebaran, Watcher of the East, Guardian of the Vernal Equinox

• Regulus, Watcher of the South, Guardian of the Summer Solstice

• Antares, Watcher of the West, Guardian of the Autumnal Equinox

• Fomalhaut, Watcher of the North, Guardian of the Winter Solstice

Regulus, the brightest star in the constellation Leo, is foremost of the Guardians.

ALSO KNOWN AS:

Royal Stars

ORIGIN:

Persia

SEE ALSO:

• Gabriel

SOURCE:

Encyclopedia of Spirits: The Ultimate Guide to the Magic of Fairies, Genies, Demons, Ghosts, Gods & Goddesses – Written by : Judika Illes Copyright © 2009 by Judika Illes.