Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Capricorn

Aquarius

Pisces

 

 

 

Air Signs

 

In astrology, the air signs consist of Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. They are often called "sweet" in comparison with the "bitter" fire signs.

 

 

Characteristics

 

According to astrological theory, air signs are the talkers and communicators of the zodiac. Typically they are supposed to be intellectual, analytical, articulate, and versatile – able to discuss just about any topic.

 

Air signs are also seen as the masters of social graces because they enjoy socializing and are very good at "small talk." They are often seen as so objective that they are unable to be practical and realistic.

 

Some believe that air signs are supposed to be so changeable they will not stay anywhere for any length of time, and so restless they have trouble with serious concentration on any single job they might be required to carry out, but when need be are capable tapping into a reserve of willpower to get their negative obligations over with.

 

Air signs' role is seen as providing the ideas that make the future different from the past, whereas fire signs carry out the actions necessary for this. Air signs continually thirst for interaction and view every experience as a potential opportunity for fun, education and growth as a person.

 

 

 

In human relationships, air signs are said to be gregarious and extroverted, often attracting friends very willingly and easily with their charm and ability to communicate. However, air signs are believed to be lacking in passion and unable to form strong, lasting relationships; astrologers believe few air sign people are able to have a single marriage, for they are said to be as apt to try out new people as new ideas.

 

On the other hand, they're usually good at compromising time and space, and given enough leeway from their partners, this helps to keep them from feeling 'trapped' in an old relationship.

 

They are also thought to be extremely lacking in emotional depth because they tend to intellectualise their feelings and generally want to avoid difficult obstacles that might be needed to hold a partnership together.

 

Air is generally good and societally decent, but can be crafty, underhanded and ingenious when it comes to evil -- though not prone to physical violence. Chief fault is trickery, when need be, they can become very convincing liars in order to get what they want.

 

At their worst, Air can be fault-finding, mean-spiritedness, gossipy and grudging. Air is swift to express opinions and is more opinionated than most. Air is slow to verbally express anger and physical violence is not generally a first choice in terms of an attack.

 

 

 

Libra - Relations With

Other Element Signs

Air signs are seen as complementary to fire signs because they provide the ideas that allow the fire signs to carry out their action. However, it is often thought that fire signs are too flagrant and impatient for the air signs to tolerate permanently.

 

Air signs more or less understand earth signs because they share the same basic rational and objective nature. However, whilst air signs admire earth signs' will to achieve, they find them too timid, pessimistic, undemonstrative, and cautious; the earth signs, though attracted by the air signs' unique thoughts, find them overwhelmingly unrealistic and flippant.

 

Water signs are believed to be much too passionate and emotionally deep for air signs' flighty, flirtatious nature; indeed, astrology suggests that air signs hate water signs for being too subjective, secretive, illogical and lose respect for them when they come to the belief that the Water signs are unintelligent, and later become astounded by their deductive powers.

 

For their part, water signs supposedly deride air signs as emotionally shallow, excessively concerned with worldly pleasure, and uncaring towards others, though sometimes an air sign can balance out the traits of a water sign (thus creating a great friendship).

 

Air signs will find themselves most compatible with fire signs, who share similar traits of being positive, extroverted, outgoing, and fun-loving.

 

Fire signs may not be as objective as air signs, as air signs may not be as passionate as fire signs, but they can generally adapt to each other's ways, and find they have a lot of different traits to offer in fulfilling one another.

 

 

 

 

The Cardinal Zodiac Signs

 

The four cardinal signs are: 

 

Aries -  the Sun's passage through which begins the spring in the northern hemisphere, and the autumn in the southern hemisphere; Aries (a Fire Sign) is said to be the Sign in which the Cardinal Quality is best-expressed since it is the first sign of the Zodiac and strongly associated with energy, enterprise and new beginnings. Aries is the most fiery of the fire signs.

 

Cancer -  which begins the summer in the northern hemisphere, and the winter in the southern hemisphere; In Cancer (a Water Sign) the Cardinal Quality is said to be most expressed in the desire to nurture, mother and protect.

 

Libra - which begins the autumn in the northern hemisphere, and the spring in the southern hemisphere; According to astrology, Libra individuals (associated with the element of Air) tend to express their authoritative Cardinal Quality in a subtle and charming fashion.

 

Capricorn - which begins the winter in the northern hemisphere, and the summer in the southern hemisphere. Being an Earth Sign, Capricorn is thought to have somewhat more perseverance than the other three Cardinal Signs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Never confuse a single defeat with a final defeat.

F. Scott Fitzgerald

 

 

 

 

Sometimes one likes foolish people for their folly,

better than wise people for their wisdom.

Elizabeth Gaskell

 

 

 

 

Perseverance is failing nineteen times

and succeeding the twentieth.

Julie Andrews

 

 

 

 

And indeed there will be time To wonder,

"Do I dare?"  Time to turn back and descend the stair, With a bald spot in the middle of my hair. . . Do I dare Disturb the universe?"

TS Eliot

 

 

 

 

I gave my beauty and my youth to men. I am going to give my wisdom and experience to animals.

Brigitte Bardot

 

 

 

 

Tell me what company thou keepest,

and I'll tell thee what thou art.

Miguel de Cervantes

 

 

 

 

I'll not listen to reason. . . Reason always means what someone else has got to say.

Elizabeth Gaskell

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It is not enough to reach for the brass ring.

You must also enjoy the merry go round.

Julie Andrews

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I find television very educational.

Every time someone switches it on I go into another room and read a good book.

Groucho Marx

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reality leaves a lot to the imagination.

John Lennon

 

 

 

 

 

 

I have put my genius into my life;

all I've put into my works is my talent.

Oscar Wilde

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You don't need any brains to listen to music.

Luciano Pavarotti

 

 

 

 

 

 

I know I was writing stories when I was five.

I don't know what I did before that.

Just loafed I suppose.

PG Wodehouse

 

 

 

 

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 'Libra' by JOHFRA Bosschart

 

is considered a "masculine", positive (extrovert) sign. It is also considered an air sign and is one of four cardinal signs. Libra is ruled by the planet Venus  - which also rules Taurus.  Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun enters Libra around September 23-24 and exits around October 22-23.  Under the sidereal zodiac, it ends on November 15.  Libra, (The Scales of Balance), is the only symbol of the zodiac that is inanimate (it is not represented by an animal or person).

 

Libra is the sign of marriage and partnership. Above all in life, they seek harmony. Their approach to life is essentially intellectual and they are capable of great mental detachment. Librans are always charming and popular socially.  These people always want to please other people and be liked by them. It is quite easy for Librans to put their own opinions, needs and ambitions on hold in order to fit in with those around them. They are constantly trying to find a balance in life and do this by means of their associations with others. Their ability to see both sides of an issue and their strong sense of justice make it very difficult for Librans to actually make a decision or commit themselves.
 

The Libran ability to be a friend to everyone can sometimes smack of hypocrisy. They value tact more than honesty. They can also be totally indecisive and their love of the good things in life can make them lazy and self-indulgent.  Librans are very suited to careers in law, public relations and diplomacy. In these areas, they can use their considerable intellect and analytical ability and are capable of making judgements in a detached and objective way. Librans may also be attracted to careers in the arts or selling luxury goods where they can use their strong sense of colour and form.  In marriage, the Librans' natural ability to mediate and compromise is a great virtue. They will create a gracious home.  Cultivation of the opposite sign's, Aries, qualities of decisive action and courage, would enable Librans to approach life with a greater sense of purpose and deal with others more honestly.

 

 

 

 

Many astrologers associate various things with zodiac signs e.g. gems, colours etc. For Libra some of the associations are:

 

 

Associated Traits

 

Attributes

 

Compatibility

Libra is widely thought to be compatible with same element signs, Aquarius and Gemini.

 

Equivalents in Other Zodiac Systems

• the Indian equivalent of Libra is Tula

• the Chinese equivalent is thought to be the idealistic, fair-minded Dog, whose lunar month is 8 October - 7 November

• the corresponding month in the Babylonian calendar is Tišritum, dedicated to Shamash (the Sun)

 

Mythology

In mythology Libra is often associated with the Greek Goddess of Justice, Themis, the Greek mythological figure of Atalanta (meaning balanced), and Astraea (daughter of Themis), who ascended to heaven and became the constellation of Virgo, and carried the scales of justice, the nearby constellation of Libra.

 

Libra is also associated with the Greco-Roman goddess Aphrodite/Venus and sometimes also the goddesses Eris/Discordia, along with Hermione/Concordia, Hera/Juno, Ishtar, Freyja and Frigg, and the Aztec god Xolotl.

 

The astrological symbol for Libra represents the scales. Many modern astrologers regard it as the most desirable of zodiacal types because it represents the zenith of the year, the high point of the seasons, when the harvest of all the hard work of the spring is reaped.

 

 

 

 

 

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Italian Painter

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Aleister Crowley (October 12, 1875)

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Eleanor Roosevelt (October 11, 1884)

American First Lady, Social Reformer

Isak Dinesen (Karen Blixen) (October 17, 1885)

Danish Author

T. S. Eliot (September 26, 1888)

English Poet

Eugene O'Neill (October 16, 1888)

American Playwright

F. Scott Fitzgerald (September 25, 1897)

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William Faulkner (September 24, 1896)

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Arthur Miller (October 17, 1915)

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American Novelist

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American Actor

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Truman Capote (September 30, 1924)

American Author

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American Playwright, Author

Richard Harris (October 1, 1930)

Irish Film & Stage Actor

Desmond Tutu (October 7, 1931)

Archbishop of South Africa

John Le Carré (October 19, 1931)

English Author

Bridget Bardot (September 29, 1934)

French Actress, Animal Rights Campaigner

Dame Julie Andrews (October 1, 1935)

English Actress & Author

Luciano Pavarotti (October 12, 1935)

Italian Opera Singer

Vaclav Havel (October 5, 1936)

Czech Playwright and President

Ricky Tomlinson (September 26, 1939)

English Actor

John Lennon (October 9, 1940)

English Singer/Songwriter

Pele (October 23, 1940)

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American Politician & Civil Rights Leader

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English Actor

Michael Crichton (October 23, 1942)

American Author

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Spanish Singer

Lech Walesa (September 29, 1943)

Polish Political Activist and

First President of Post-Communist Poland

Catherine Deneuve (October 22, 1943)

French Actress

Michael Douglas (September 25, 1944)

American Actor

Ann Robinson (September 26, 1944)

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Baron Andrew Lloyd-Webber (March 22, 1948)

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American Actor

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Bob Geldolf (October 5, 1951)

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Viggo Mortenson (October 20, 1958)

American Actor, Poet, Painter, Photographer

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American Actress

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American Actor, Singer

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American Actor

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American Actress

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American Actress