Vasishta and Arundhathi

Mizar and Alcor in Western Astronomy and in Indian Astronomy Vasistha and his
consort Arundhathi.

 Amongst Hindus, there is a custom of showing the
bride the star Arundhathi to highlight chastity. Also Polaris or Dhruva to show
steadfastness. Vasistha and Arundhathi are just 11 minutes apart and have nearly
identical proper motion. They both are in Ursa Major or the constellation of the
Sapta Rishies.