Understanding Zodiac Signs
Zodiac signs, also known as sun signs, are determined by the position of the sun at the time of your birth. The zodiac is divided into 12 signs, each spanning approximately 30 days.
The 12 Zodiac Signs
Aries (March 21 - April 19)
The first sign of the zodiac, represented by the Ram. Aries are known for being energetic, adventurous, and confident leaders.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
Represented by the Bull, Taurus individuals are known for their reliability, patience, and love of comfort and luxury.
Gemini (May 21 - June 20)
The Twins represent Gemini, known for being adaptable, outgoing, and intellectually curious.
Cancer (June 21 - July 22)
Represented by the Crab, Cancer signs are known for being emotional, nurturing, and highly intuitive.
Leo (July 23 - August 22)
The Lion represents Leo, known for being confident, creative, and natural-born leaders who love being in the spotlight.
Virgo (August 23 - September 22)
Represented by the Maiden, Virgos are known for being analytical, practical, and detail-oriented perfectionists.
Libra (September 23 - October 22)
The Scales represent Libra, known for being diplomatic, fair-minded, and seeking harmony and balance.
Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)
Represented by the Scorpion, Scorpios are known for being passionate, resourceful, and mysteriously intense.
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)
The Archer represents Sagittarius, known for being optimistic, adventurous, and freedom-loving philosophers.
Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)
Represented by the Goat, Capricorns are known for being disciplined, ambitious, and practical achievers.
Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)
The Water Bearer represents Aquarius, known for being innovative, independent, and humanitarian thinkers.
Pisces (February 19 - March 20)
Represented by the Fish, Pisces are known for being compassionate, artistic, and deeply intuitive.
Elements and Modalities
The 12 zodiac signs are grouped by four elements:
- Fire Signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius): Energetic, passionate, dynamic
- Earth Signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn): Practical, grounded, reliable
- Air Signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius): Intellectual, communicative, social
- Water Signs (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces): Emotional, intuitive, sensitive
They are also grouped by three modalities:
- Cardinal Signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn): Initiators and leaders
- Fixed Signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius): Stable and determined
- Mutable Signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces): Adaptable and flexible
Finding Your Zodiac Sign
Your zodiac sign is determined simply by your birth date. Unlike the Chinese zodiac, which uses birth years and the lunar calendar, Western zodiac signs follow the solar calendar and change approximately every month.
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