Fixed Star Name : MENKENT

Location Name : theta Centaurus
Apparent Magnitude : 2.3 Spectral Class : G9
Right Ascension : 14h 06m Latitude : -22.04'
Declination (1900) : -35.53' Declination (2000) : -36.21'
 
Longitudinal Position (in 1900) : 10 Scorpio 55
Longitudinal Position (in 2000) : 12 Scorpio 18
Its Planetary Nature : Venus - Mercury
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About this star:

A double and variable, 2.2 to 2.7 and 14.3, red and bluish star in the left shoulder of the Centaur Centaurus. (Allen).

Influence of the constellation:

It is said to give hard-heartedness, inclination to vengeance, love of arms, strong passion, and an energetic nature. It may be connected with poisons. (Robson).

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