1000 Mythological Characters Briefly Described. Edward Sylvester Ellis

(Assabi′nus), the Ethiopian name of Jupiter.

      Ass’s ears, see Midas.

      Astarte (Astar′te), one of the Eastern names of Venus.

      Asteria (Aste′ria), daughter of Caeus, was carried away by Jupiter, who assumed the shape of an eagle.

      Astrea (Astre′a), mother of Nemesis, was the goddess of justice; she returned to heaven when the earth became corrupt.