Cepheus is translated in Latin to "King Ethiopia (or Andromeda's Father)." Cepheus is related to the story of Perseus rescuing Andromeda from Cetus the sea monster, and the story of Perseus slaying Medusa the mother of Pegasus. The included stars in this constellation are ALDERAMIN "right forearm," Alfirk "flock," Alrai "shepherd," Herschel's Garnet Star, Alkurhah, and Al Kalb al Rai.
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