Zodiac Signs In European Astrology
The word zodiac comes from the Greek for “ring of animals”. It refers to the pathway along which the planets orbit in the heavens. This circular band is technically called the ecliptic and is divided into 12 sections known as the astrological signs. Most of the signs are named after animals, hence “zodiac”.
Aries (Ram) March 21 – April 20
Aries is symbolized by the hornas of the Ram and represents the time of spring when the land is greening and the sap is rising. People ruled by this sighn are assertive, impatient, open and direct.
Yang
Fire
Cardinal
Taurus (Bull) April 21 – May 21
Taurus is symbolized by the head and horns of the bull, as it is associated with material goods and earthy pleasures. Steady, practical, and creative, Taurus is considered the builder of the Zodiac.
Yin
Earth
Fixed
Gemini (Twins) May 22 – June 21
First of the human creatures and symbolized by the Twins, Gemini represents communication.
People ruled by this sign are talkative, curious, and restless. Gemini is a busy sign, perpetually in motion.
Yang
Air
Mutable
Cancer (Crab) June 22 – July 22
Cancer is symbolized by the protective shell of the Crab, representing deeply entwined parenthood and conservation. Cancer is the symbol of home, family, and heart. The sign of caring and nurturing.
Yin
Water
Cardinal
Leo (Lion) July 23 – August 22
Leo is symbolized by the lion, king of the beasts. It is the sign of nobility. This sign is ablaze with warmth and the well-being of summer. People ruled by this sign are proud and arrogant, yet loyal and brave.
Yang
Fire
Fixed
Virgo (Maiden or Virgin) August 23 – September 22
Virgo is symbolized by the Maiden carrying a sheaf of corn. Virgo represents work and health. People ruled by virgo show organization, duty, routine, and service.
Yin
Earth
Mutable
Libra (Scales) September 23 – October 23
Libra is symbloized by the Scales because it deals with balance and equilibrium. It marks the halfway point in the year. People ruled by this sign focus on relationships, sociability, and harmony.
Yang
Air
Cardinal
Scorpio (Scorpion) October 24 – November 22
Scorpio is symbolized with its tail ready to sting. This is an intense sign associated with privacy and secrecy. People ruled by this sign will lash out with a deadly sting if provoked. Sex, power, and regeneration are the deeper issues.
Yin
Water
Fixed
Sagittarius (Archer) November 23 – December 22
Sagittarius is symbolized by the archer. It is the sign of travel. The archer reaches for distant places and far-reaching intellectual concepts. People ruled by this sign seek to expand, are freedom-loving and philosophical.
Yang
Fire
Mutable
Capricorn (Goat) December 23 – January 20
Capricorn is symbolized by the profile of the Goat’s face and side horn. It represents the social climber.
It is the sign of authority: ambitious, conservative, and achievement-motivated.
Yin
Earth
Cardinal
Aquarius (Waterbearer or Urn) January 21 – Februari 19
Aquarius is symbolized by the waterbearer. Aquarius sweeps away the past and looks to the future with its friendly, inventive, and thoroughly progressive nature. This sign is associated with sociability, teamwork, and group events.
Yang
Air
Fixed
Pisces (Fishes) February 20 – March 20
Pisces is symbolized by two fish tied together but swimming in oppsoites directions. Reminiscent of the Yin-Yang sign. Pisces brings the zodiac to an end, enabling a new beginning. People ruled by this sign are dreamy, sensitive, imaginative, and receptive.
Yin
Water
Mutable
