Aries (astrology)

Aries

Zodiac Symbol	Ram
Duration (Tropical,Western)	20 March – 20 April (2011, UTC)
Duration (Sidereal,Hindu)	14 April – 1 May (2011,UTC)
Constellation	Aries
Zodiac Element	Fire
Zodiac Quality	Cardinal
Domicile	Mars, Pluto
Detriment	Venus
Exaltation	Sun
Fall	Saturn

Aries, "The Ram", is the first astrological sign of the zodiac and its origins are from the Aries constellation.

Aries (♈) (meaning "ram") is the first astrological sign in the Zodiac, named for the constellation of Aries, called "The Ram" in the Greek tradition, after the golden ram that rescued Phrixos, taking him to the land of Colchis.

In tropical astrology, this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun is in Aries roughly from March 21 to April 20, by definition beginning at vernal equinox. Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently there roughly from April 15 to May 15.

Individuals born when the Sun was in this sign are called Arians or Ariens. In Western astrology, Aries is considered a "masculine", neurotic/task-oriented (differing from the air sign extroversion/relationship-oriented goals), positive (extrovert) sign. It is also considered a fire sign, and is one of four cardinal signs. Aries is ruled by the planet Mars. Being the first sign in the zodiac, Aries is associated with the astrological first house. Furthermore, Aries is known as the pioneer of the Zodiac, and therefore, Arians like to be first.

Compatibilities

Generally, the natives of Aries are considered to be compatible with the natives of the other fire signs, Leo and Sagittarius, and air signs such as Libra, Gemini, and Aquarius.

There are many variables that determine compatibility in astrology, such as birth dates, birth months, birth years, position of the Sun, the Moon, Stars, etc, within a sign. The signs listed as compatible with Aries do not reflect an individual profile or individual reading as interpreted within astrology, but rather reflect a general guideline and reference to compatibility as dictated by variables such as Qualities and Elements within the Zodiac. The branch of astrology dealing with interpersonal compatibilities is called Synastry.

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Taurus (astrology)

Taurus the Bull

Taurus

Zodiac Symbol	Bull
Duration (Tropical,Western)	20 April – 21 May (2011, UTC)
Duration (Sidereal,Hindu)	14 May – 1 June (2011, UTC)
Constellation	Taurus
Zodiac Element	Earth
Zodiac Quality	Fixed
Domicile	Venus
Detriment	Mars/Pluto
Exaltation	Moon
Fall	Uranus

 Taurus (♉) is the second astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Taurus. In western astrology, this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. In astrology, Taurus is considered a negative (introvert) sign. It is also considered an earth sign and one of the four fixed signs. Taurus is ruled by the planet Venus (which also rules Libra). Being the second sign of the zodiac, Taurus has been associated with the astrological second house.

Individuals born within the period when the Sun was in this sign are considered Taurus individuals. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun is in Taurus roughly from April 21 to May 19.

Mythology

In Greek mythology, Taurus was identified with Zeus, who assumed the form of a magnificent white bull to protect Europa, a legendary Phoenician princess. In illustrations, only the front portion of this constellation are depicted; in Greek mythology this was sometimes explained as Taurus being partly submerged as he carried Europa out to sea. Greek mythographer Acusilaus marks the bull Taurus as the same that formed the myth of the Cretan Bull, one of The Twelve Labors of Heracles.

Compatibilities

Generally, the natives of Taurus are considered to be compatible with the natives of the other earth signs, Virgo and Capricorn, and the natives of the water signs, Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. Leo and Aquarius are signs of the other nature (masculine/extroverted), but are considered semi-compatible with Taurus due to them having the same fixed quality.

There are many variables in the astrology chart that determine compatibility of individuals. The position of the Sun, the Moon, the planets and the aspects they form with each other are assessed by astrologers before judgment on compatibility is made. The signs listed as compatible with Taurus do not reflect an individual profile or individual reading as interpreted within astrology, but rather reflect a general guideline and reference to compatibility as dictated by variables such as Qualities and Elements within the Zodiac. The branch of astrology dealing with interpersonal compatibilities is called Synastry.

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Gemini (astrology)

Gemini the Twins

GEMINI

Zodiac Symbol	Twins
Duration (Tropical,Western)	21 May – 21 June (2011, UTC)
Duration (Sidereal,Hindu)	14 June – 31 July (2011, UTC)
Constellation	Gemini
Zodiac Element	Air
Zodiac Quality	Mutable
Domicile	Mercury(day)
Detriment	Jupiter, Neptune
Exaltation	North Node
Fall	South Node

An animation of the constellation Gemini (center), "the twins", shows two parallel stick figures. Gemini is associated with the myth of Castor and Polydeuces (also known as Pollux), collectively known as the Dioscuri.

Gemini (Gem-en-i.e.) (♊) is the third astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Gemini. In western astrology, this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. In astrology, Gemini is considered a "masculine", positive (extrovert) sign. Perhaps the most dominant Geminian characteristic is versatility. It is also considered an air sign, and is one of four mutable signs. Gemini has been closely associated with the planet Mercury and is considered to be ruled by it. Being the third sign of the zodiac, Gemini has been associated with the astrological third house.

Individuals born when the Sun was in this sign are considered Gemini individuals. Under the tropical (western) zodiac, Sun is in the sign of Gemini roughly from May 20 to June 21, ending at the moment of summer solstice by definition. Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently there roughly from June 15 to July 15. The Sanskrit name of Gemini in Hindu astrology is Mithuna.

Mythology

Gemini were the twin brothers Castor and Pollux in Greek mythology, also sometimes known as Iabal and Ivbal. They were the sons of Leda by Tyndareus and Zeus respectively. They were also the brothers of Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra. They are known collectively in Greek as the Dioscuri (Greek: Διόσκουροι, Dioskouroi) "sons of Zeus."

Compatibilities

Generally, the natives of Gemini are considered to be compatible with the natives of the other air signs, Libra and Aquarius, and the natives of the fire signs, Aries, Leo and Sagittarius. Virgo and Pisces are signs of the other nature (feminine/introverted), but are considered semi-compatible with Gemini due to them having the same mutable quality.

There are many variables in the astrology chart that determine compatibility of individuals. The position of the Sun, the Moon, the planets and the aspects they form with each other are assessed by astrologers before judgment on compatibility is made. The signs listed as compatible with Gemini do not reflect an individual profile or individual reading as interpreted within astrology, but rather reflect a general guideline and reference to compatibility as dictated by variables such as Qualities and Elements within the Zodiac. The branch of astrology dealing with interpersonal compatibilities is called Synastry.

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Cancer (astrology)

Cancer

Zodiac Symbol	Crab
Duration (Tropical,Western)	21 June – 23 July (2011, UTC)
Duration (Sidereal,Hindu)	14 July – 1 August (2011, UTC)
Constellation	Cancer
Zodiac Element	Water
Zodiac Quality	Cardinal
Domicile	Moon
Detriment	Saturn, Uranus
Exaltation	Jupiter,Ne ptune(modern)
Fall	Mars, Pluto (modern)

Cancer (♋) is the fourth astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Cancer. In western astrology, this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. In astrology, Cancer is considered a "feminine", negative (introvert) sign. It is also considered a water sign and is one of four cardinal signs. Cancer is ruled by the Moon. Being the fourth sign in the zodiac, Cancer has been associated with the astrological fourth house. Individuals born when the Sun was in this sign are considered Cancerian individuals. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun enters Cancer on the moment of summer solstice by definition, or roughly on June 22, leaving it around July 21. Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently roughly from July 16 to August 15.

Mythology

According to an ancient Greek legend, the figure of a crab was placed in the nightime sky by the goddess Hera to form the constellation Cancer. Hera swore to kill Heracles, the most famous Greek hero. Hera attempted to kill Heracles in many different ways, but each time his incredible physical strength allowed him to survive. Hera cast a spell of madness on Heracles, causing him to commit a great crime. In order to be forgiven, he had to perform twelve difficult tasks. One of these tasks was destroying the terrible nine-headed water-serpent, Hydra.

During the battle between Heracles and Hydra, the goddess Hera sent a crab to aid the serpent. But Heracles, being so strong, killed the crab by smashing its shell with his foot. As a reward for its service, Hera placed the crab's image in the night sky.

Compatibilities

Generally, the natives of Cancer are considered to be compatible with the natives of the other water signs, Scorpio and Pisces, and the natives of the earth signs, Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn. Aries and Libra are signs of the other nature (masculine/extroverted), but are considered semi-compatible with Cancer due to them having the same cardinal quality.

There are many variables that determine compatibility in astrology, such as birth dates, birth months, birth years, position of a sign within the Moon, Stars, etc. The signs listed as compatible with Cancer do not reflect an individual profile or individual reading as interpreted within astrology, but rather reflect a general guideline and reference to compatibility as dictated by variables such as Qualities and Elements within the Zodiac. The branch of astrology dealing with interpersonal compatibilities is called Synastry.

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Leo (astrology)

Leo the Lion

♌

Zodiac Symbol	Lion
Duration (Tropical,Western)	23 July – 23 August (2011, UTC)
Duration (Sidereal,Hindu)	14 August – 31 September (2011, UTC)
Constellation	Leo
Zodiac Element	Fire
Zodiac Quality	Fixed
Domicile	Sun
Detriment	Uranus and Saturn
Exaltation	Pluto (modern)
Fall	Mars

Leo (♌) is the fifth astrological sign of the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Leo. In astrology, Leo is considered to be a "masculine", positive (extrovert) sign. It is also considered a fire sign and is one of four fixed signs  ruled by the Sun. Being the fifth sign of the zodiac, Leo has been associated with the astrological fifth house.

Individuals born when the Sun is in this sign are considered Leo individuals. The Sun is in Leo roughly from July 23 to August 23. Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently there roughly from August 10 to September 15.

Compatibilities

Generally, the natives of Leo are considered to be compatible with the natives of other fire signs, Aries and Sagittarius, and the natives of the air signs, Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. Taurus and Scorpio are signs of the other nature (feminine/introverted), but are considered semi-compatible with Leo due to them having the same fixed quality.

There are many variables that determine compatibility in astrology, such as birth dates, birth months, personalities, birth years, times of birth (specific), position of a sign within the Sun, the Moon, Stars, etc. The signs listed as compatible with Leo do not reflect an individual profile or individual reading as interpreted within astrology, but rather reflect a general guideline and reference to compatibility as dictated by variables such as Qualities and Elements within the Zodiac. The branch in astrology dealing with interpersonal compatibilities is called Synastry.

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Virgo (astrology)

Virgo, the virgin or maiden

Virgo

Zodiac Symbol	Virgin Lady
Duration (Tropical,Western)	23 August – 23 September (2011, UTC)
Duration (Sidereal,Hindu)	13 September – 30 October (2011, UTC)
Constellation	Virgo
Zodiac Element	Earth
Zodiac Quality	Mutable
Domicile	Mercury
Detriment	Neptune, Jupiter
Exaltation	Mercury
Fall	Venus

Virgo (♍) is the sixth astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Virgo. In western astrology, the sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. Virgo is traditionally ruled by the planet Mercury. Being the sixth sign of the zodiac, Virgo has been associated with the astrological sixth house.

Individuals born when the Sun was in this sign are considered Virgo individuals. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun is in Virgo roughly from August 24 to September 22, leaving it at the moment of autumnal equinox, by definition. Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently there roughly from September 16 to October 15.

Mythology

Virgo Mythology

In Greek mythology Astraea was the virgin-goddess of justice. During the Golden Age she dwelt upon the earth with mankind, but was driven away by the lawlessness of the later Bronze Age. Zeus then placed her amongst the stars as the Virgo constellation. She was closely identified with Nike, the goddess of victory, and with Nemesis, the goddess of rightful indignation.

Compatibilities

Generally, the natives of Virgo are considered to be compatible with the natives of the other earth signs, Taurus and Capricorn, and the natives of the water signs, Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. Gemini and Sagittarius are signs of the other nature (masculine/extroverted), but are considered semi-compatible with Virgo due to them having the same mutable quality.

There are many variables that determine compatibility in astrology, such as birth dates, birth months, birth years, position of a sign within the Sun, the Moon, Stars. The signs listed as compatible with Virgo do not reflect an individual profile or individual reading as interpreted within astrology, but rather reflect a general guideline and reference to compatibility as dictated by variables such as Qualities and Elements within the Zodiac. The branch of astrology dealing with interpersonal compatibilities is called Synastry.

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