Zodiac

 

 

Zodiac comes from Ancient Greek Zodiakos Kyklos and refers to a circle of animals. The Zodiac consists of twelve different sun signs (aries, gemini, leo, libra, sagittarius, aquarius, taurus, cancer, virgo, scorpio, capricorn, and pisces). Date of birth of a person determines which zodiac sign belongs to them. The signs of the Zodiac can give you insights on your characteristics, personality traits, physical features, talents, and special qualities. Each of the twelve Zodiac signs are grouped into a specific element which help understand your place in the world. Fire element desires freedom, earth element needs security, air element like fire desires freedom but with a different emphasis, and water like earth needs security but with a different emphasis. Zodiac signs are also referred to as astrology and horoscope signs. 

Aries March 21-April 20

Element: Fire | Ruler: Mars | Symbol: The Ram | Compatible: Leo & Sagittarius

The glyph shows the horns of the ram; an aggressive, adventurous, and indefatigable animal. The energy and assertive, feisty qualities of the ram are always associated with the sun sign Aries. Another interpretation of the glyph is that it show the eyebrows and nose of a human face. Aries rules the head and is traditionally thought to be a headstrong sign, acting first and thinking about it later on. This is the first sign of the zodiac and like a child is ever ready to start anew and set off on adventures.

Gemini May 22-June 21

Element: Air | Ruler: Mercury | Symbol: The Twins | Compatible: Libra & Aquarius

The sign of the Twins is symbolized by two upright I’s rather like the roman numeral II. Gemini is a dual sign, traditionally representing all forms of duality such as light and dark, positive and negative, quiet and talkative. Traditionally the Geminian character is versatile and communicative but prone to rapid changes of the mood and fluctuating energy levels. Those close to Gemini’s often feel as though they are living or working with at least two different people.

Leo July 23-August 21

Element: Fire | Ruler: The Sun | Symbol: The Lion | Compatible: Aries & Sagittarius

A curving line represents the lions mane, the symbolic animals belonging to this sunny summer sign. Some important Leo characteristics are feline in nature they proud, graceful, the need for rest followed by intense activity, the sensual love of pleasure and playful qualities. The lions roar can be easily imagined when an angry Leo finally lets off steam.

Libra September 24-October 23

Element: Air | Ruler: Venus | Symbol: The Scales | Compatible: Gemini & Aquarius

Libra is the only zodiac sign represented by an inanimate object, the scales of balance and harmony. The Sun begins to travel through the sign of Libra at the autumn equinox in late September, when the day and night are of equal length. Libra is concerned with justice and the scared of justice in which evidence is weighed. Libra’s reputation for indecisiveness stems from their desire to evaluate everything so that they can make a perfectly balanced judgment.

Sagittarius November 23-December 22

Element: Fire | Ruler: Jupiter | Symbol: The Centaur | Compatible: Aries & Leo

The glyph shows an arrow or occasionally a bow and arrow. The mythic centaur has the upper body of a man and the lower body of a horse. Ever restless and eager to gallop off in search of new horizons, like many people born under this sign. The arrows represent ambitions, dreams, and hopes being shot into the air towards some mystical target. Sagittarius is often a philosophical character, able to see paradox and duality because they are an essential part of the Sagittarian personality.

Aquarius January 21-February 19

Element: Air | Ruler: Saturn & Uranus | Symbol: The Water Bearer | Compatible: Gemini & Libra

The glyph is two wavy, zigzag lines, representing the water or the electricity associated with Aquarius second planetary ruler Uranus. Aquarius is an airy, intellectual sign, thinking, talking, and analyzing everything. They can be emotionally detached but have strong feelings about justice and human rights. The water pouring from the jar in the symbol means the endless pouring out to mental energy and original ideas which often typifies an Aquarian’s personality.

Taurus April 21-May 21

Element: Earth | Ruler: Venus | Symbol: The Bull | Compatible: Virgo & Capricorn

The Chaldeans, Ancient Egyptians and the Greeks are all associated with the mythology of the bull-king, and much bull symbolism is found in these ancient cultures. This glyph denotes the round face and upwardly curving horns of the bull; a magnificent animals that is hard, if not impossible, to budge, it is possessive about its space, and dangerous when roused. They can be lazy, slow moving, and sensual also. Taureans can be very concerned with material security and acquiring wealth; becoming possessive about possessions and cautions about change.

Cancer June 22-July 22

Element: Water | Ruler: The Moon | Symbol: The Crab | Compatible: Scorpio & Pisces

Two circles with tails represents either a woman’s breasts or the crab with its powerful curving claws. The breasts symbolize motherhood and nourishment. While the crab symbol suggest the sidelong approach and incredible tenacity associated with this sign and its symbolic creature. The crab’s hard shell protects its vulnerable interior too. Cancerians are usually very emotionally self-protective and butter soft with in.

Virgo August 22-September 23

Element: Earth | Ruler: Mercury | Symbol: The Virgin | Compatible: Taurus & Capricorn

The virgin of Virgo is the only female figure in the Zodiac, the other single human figure. The maiden of virgin usually holds a ripe ear of wheat, linking her with ancient goddesses such as Roman Ceres and the Greek earth goddess Demeter. The coiled “M” of this glyph is said to represent the intestines, a part of the body ruled by Virgo or the ovaries and uterus. Virgo is traditionally linked with health, hygiene, and all forms of service and healing. Virgo’s are often most concerned with diet and suffer from nervous indigestion when upset or worried.

Scorpio October 24-November 22

Element: Water | Ruler: Mars & Pluto | Symbol: The Scorpion | Compatible: Cancer & Pisces

The “M” like glyph with an arrowed tail is said to represent the scorpion and its deadly sting. Intense and brooding Scorpios do have a certain reputation for revenge and retribution. The sting in the tail is considered part of their character. Sometimes scorpio is also represented as an eagle. The eagle represents the higher nature of scorpio, concerned with transformation and rebirth through ecstatic sexual love. The eagle also has the ability to make a conscious decision to rise far above jealousy, resentment, poisonous, and destructive urges.

Capricorn December 23-January 20

Element: Earth | Ruler: Saturn | Symbol: The Sea Goat | Compatible: Taurus & Virgo

The sea goat is a mythical creature with the upper body of a goat and the tail of a fish. The “V” shaped glyph is said to represent the goats horned head, with the curling sinuous fish’s tail behind. There are number of sea gods in ancient myth ruling over the mysterious unconscious realms of the ocean. When the goat climbs up into the land it brings spiritual wisdom to the practical tasks and need to build symbolized by the earth. Capricorn is an ambitious sign but able to understand that simply satisfying the individual ego is never truly fulfilling.

Pisces February 20-March 20

Element: Water | Ruler: Jupiter & Neptune | Symbol: Two Fishes | Compatible: Cancer & Scorpio

The two fishes are joined together but swimming in opposite directions. Another dual sign like Gemini the two fishes of Pisces represent the lifelong battle of the Piscean nature. One fish swims towards the soulful mystical oceans, intent upon sacrificing itself for the good of others or for some spiritual or political belief. The other swims towards self-fulfillment, and achieving personal goals. Piscean intuition, symbolized by the waters in which the fishes swim, is what makes it possible for them to sense the whole picture and balance their inner struggle. Learning how to trust and develop their intuition is especially important for this complex sensitive sign.