Oph – Marfik – 5.189
Marfik is recognized for its recognizable trajectory through the constellations. In the Western Hemisphere, it is notably significant as a bright point of light within the constellation Oph, a western-facing section often associated with the direction of the solar meridian. It’s frequently pointed out, and sometimes even represented symbolically for its alignment with certain celestial paths - particularly, its proximity to the Sun.
Given the star's properties, Marfik is potentially a subject of symbolic significance for some individuals, particularly those who are attuned to the movements of the stars. The magnitude, being somewhat modest, may resonate with a sense of understated brilliance, requiring observation. Individuals might seek out objects that embody the concept of steadfast presence amidst the dynamism of the cosmos, finding Marfik’s relative calm a comforting attribute.
How to see it
Marfik has a visual magnitude of about 5.19: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.
Sky position
Equatorial coordinates for Marfik: right ascension 16h 30m 55s, declination +1° 59′ 2″ (J2000), in the region of the Ophiuchus constellation (IAU figure Oph).
Catalog context
Marfik. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 10Lam Oph, HIP 80883, HD 148857, Gaia DR3 4432032213658420992. In the SkyKeepsake Ophiuchus (Oph) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.
Catalog identifiers
- Gaia
- Gaia DR3 4432032213658420992
- HIP
- 80883
- HD
- 148857
- gaia_dr3
- 4432032213658420992
- Bayer / Flamsteed
- 10Lam Oph
Observed properties
- Visual magnitude
- 5.19