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A Greek mythological figure, Merope is one of the seven Pleiades, daughters of Atlas and Pleione. The Pleiades were virgin companions of Artemis. Merope lived on Chios, and was often pursued by Orion. Merope did not love Orion and married a mortal, Sisyphus/ Orion also pursued Alcyone, Electra, Celaeno, Sterope, and Taygete, the other Pleiades and their mother. One time they prayed to the gods for rescue. The gods answered by turning them into doves and later into stars. Zeus placed them in the sky where they now form part of the constellation, Taurus. Since Merope married a mortal, she became the faintest star.
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stewart pawley 21 Mar 2009
Stunning work! - Love you portfolio!Donald Schrier 24 Jul 2008
Very nice work and a great study to go along with it. I love all mythology and this was a good refresher on some that I had forgotten. Thank you.Carla Klosowski 09 Jun 2006
Beautiful work!Susan Rodio 08 Apr 2006
Wow - This is another one of yours that I really love. Quite majocal and ethereal.Stevan Lund 17 Feb 2006
nice image..very thought provoking