Gemini, Gemini… the third sign of the zodiac has arrived.
The constellation of The Twins is one of the most recognisable in the night sky, located between Taurus and Cancer and most visible during the winter months in the northern hemisphere. Gemini covers the period from approximately May 21 to June 20, and its two brightest stars are Castor and Pollux, named after the mythological brothers it is based on. These stars represent the heads of the celestial twins and are often seen side by side, reinforcing the duality that defines Gemini.
This nakshatra is pretty interesting because it has also been recognised by many ancient civilisations, from Babylonian to Greco-Roman cultures, and has always been associated with the theme of paired forces.
Like light and dark, thought and action, body and soul.
Summer is arriving, and I believe that Gemini perfectly embodies the transitional time we’re currently experiencing.
In Greek mythology, this zodiac sign is, as I have already written, connected to the story of Castor and Pollux, also known as the Dioscuri.
The tale, therefore, talks about these twins—although they have different fathers—one mortal and one eternal.
While Castor is human, born of King Tyndareus, Pollux is immortal, born of Zeus. They are described as inseparable and known for their bravery, loyalty, and infinite love for one another.
But, like most legends, trouble is always around the corner.
In the myth, during a battle, Castor is fatally wounded, and Pollux, devastated and unwilling to live without him, begs his father to let him share his immortality with his twin.
Moved by this fierce bond, Zeus grants him his wish and decides to place them both in the sky as the constellation of Gemini so they could remain together for all eternity.
Not going to lie, this is my favourite zodiac story so far.
Furthermore, this tale reflects many key and typical Gemini traits. We have the duality, connection, adaptability, and the deep desire to share experiences. It’s also why this sign isn’t just about being ‘two-faced’ (not my words, but it is a common prejudice).
In astrology Gemini is an air sign, and its ruling planet is Mercury, a celestial body that governs communication, intellect, and movement.
It is, in fact, pretty well known that this sign is considered the social butterfly of the zodiac, often depicted as lively, curious, and always eager to learn. Gemini is also a mutable sign, which means it is flexible, adaptable, and often takes on different perspectives. People born under this sign tend to be highly communicative, often excelling in writing and speaking. It is said that they thrive in wide social circles and in spontaneous settings, and that’s why they might avoid routines or stagnation.
At the heart of a Gemini, however, is a powerful duality. Something that some may misinterpret as being ‘Janus-faced’, while it simply means that people with this zodiac can be playful yet profound at the same time.
I take it as Geminis don’t settle for one version of reality. They see all the layers and want to explore them all.
To add even more enchantment to this sign, we find that the twin motif shows up in culture worldwide quite a lot. Like in Hindu mythology, in Mayan culture, and in many others. Every time, however, they are described as great figures, often creative and clever, which I think fits all Geminis perfectly.
After all, being a twin myself (yes, I have a twin), I cannot help but have a soft spot for them.
As I already said, the story of Castor and Pollux is one of my favourites.
As a twin, they are like me, and I am exactly like them.
Up, Gemini Illustration by my amazing twin Soul
Sources:
The Only Astrology Book You’ll Ever Need by Joanna Martine Woolfolk (2012)
The Library of the Unseen 
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