The symbol for Gemini is The Twins. The Twins as a symbol shows two lines joined together, representing a duality of nature. It signifies a communicative approach to life, and is well suited to the life attitude of those born under Gemini. The Twins, just like many Gemini's, reflect intellect, creativity, interaction, adaptability, and liberty!

According to Greek legend, Zeus transformed himself into a swan in order to attract the beautiful maiden Leda, who was once married to Tyndareus, the King of Sparta, with whom she bore a mortal son named Castor. Upon winning her hand in marriage, Zeus and Leda bore another son, an immortal named Pollux. As the two handsome and adventurous men grew up, they fought as warriors alongside the Roman soldiers. As they grew older, they both fell in love with two sisters. The problem however, was that the sisters had already been promised in marriage to the cousins of Castor and Pollux, Idas and Lynceus, popularly known as the sons of Poseidon. Castor and Pollux challenged their rival cousins to battle, and were victorious upon killing them both.

The fight however was not without its sacrifice. Castor received injuries during the battle which would prove to take his mortal soul upon his death. His brother Pollux was so distraught he wished to die himself, so he could remain with his lost brother forever. Since he was born an immortal though, this was never going to be! The brothers were so close Pollux never got over the death of Castor, and only wished to join him in the heavens. After a time, Zeus decided it would be a fitting gesture, for the brothers to be united again. The only requirement Zeus demanded, was that the Twins alternate their days for the rest of time. One day was to be spent on Olympus, and the next to be spent in Hades. The legendary Sons of Zeus became the stars within the constellation we know as Gemini.

Another legend tells a different story altogether. Castor and Pollux were a part of the infamous Argonauts, who sailed alongside Jason on his quest to face the guarding serpent, and steal The Golden Fleece from the sacred forest of Ares. It was whilst sailing on this journey, when a huge and wild storm nearly brought Jason and the Argonauts quest to an end. Just when they thought that death was imminent, two stars appeared above the heads of Castor and Pollux, the storm died out, and the seas became calm once again. Since this moment, sailors have beckoned for the brothers in the sky to appear and ease the mighty seas. It was understood that The Twins would protect them from distress and the frightening lightning storms, which have also been referred to as Saint Elmo's Fire. If The Twin stars were visible, it was believed they were shaping the weather for a safe trip. This is still seen as a good sign, and their virtuous presence is still adorned as the figurehead on many ships.

The Romans (and the Greeks) depicted The Twins on their early silver coins as spear carrying warriors on horseback. They acknowledged the star constellation as the Twin Brethren, and held the union of brotherly love at the core of the Roman Empire's roots. Many a mortal oath was taken in their presence by announcing, "By Gemini".

The constellation Gemini has been worshipped by many cultures over the years. The Mayas held it in high esteem, as did New Mexico's Tewas, who still turn to Gemini for life guidance today! The Persians recognized them as The Twins. The Egyptians referred to them as The Twins, as well as twin sprouting plants. The Arabians also saw them as The Twins, whom they also referred to as the Twin Peacocks. The Babylonians recognized them as The Great Twins, and their images have been found carved into their boundary stones amongst the ancient heavenly charts. The Chinese understood them to represent Yin and Yang, the perfect duality of union. The oldest belief in these stars however, was held by the Hindus, who regarded them as Twin Deities, also known as The Two Horsemen of the Dawn. The belief in The Twins was to become universally accepted throughout Europe!