Aquarius, the water bearer, scoots low across the south on autumn evenings. Three of its stars bear ancient Arabic names that all mean "lucky." Sadalsuud (also known as Beta Aquarii) is the constellation's brightest star, with Sadalmelik (Alpha Aquarii) just behind it.
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