July 23 - August 22
The Lion
Leo is the fixed fire sign. It qualities are like its ruler The Sun
and has energy that is vibrant, embodying place in the scheme of things. It also has associations
with heat including being hot-headed, hot-blooded, and hot-tempered. Leo likes
to be the boss. It is a monarchical energy, full of directness that requires
self -control for positive expression.
Ruler: The Sun - symbol of awareness. The Sun represents our conscious self- our capacities, the will to live, vitality, spirit and organisation. Associated qualities are power, confidence and generosity.
August
23 - September 22
The Virgin
Virgoan energy is paradoxical. It is an earth sign which
is materialist and full of stability, yet it is also it is mutable. Governed by
Mercury people born under this sign have a unique ability to be equally at home
with both change and order. The Virgoan influence is calm, rational. Virgo has a
perceptive energy that is highly discriminating.
Ruler: Mercury - symbol of communication In ancient times Mercury was believed to be the messenger of the gods. This planet governs intellect, communication, wit, writing and diplomacy. In a horoscope it shows the way you think and express yourself.
September
23 - October 22
The Scales
Libra is the sign of the scales and like its symbol it is always
in pursuit of balance. In its ideal state Libran energy is smooth, airy and
unemotional - almost invisible. However if the balance is upset by difficult
circumstances Librans can swing between emotional extremes. The sign itself
stands halfway through the Zodiac, and its first day is the autumnal equinox
when night and day are equal. We find balance again in its ruling planet,
harmonious Venus, and Libran energy tends to seek good relations with the energy
of all other signs.
Ruler: Venus - symbol of love and harmony Venus was ancient goddess of Love and after the Moon is the feminine principle. This planet governs love, affection, art, creativity and physical beauty.
October 23 - November 21
The Scorpion
Scorpios can be vengeful, intense and unsettling. They are
considered to be bad boys and girls! Despite being a water sign, it is also
fixed, suggesting stagnant pools and murky depths rather than babbling brooks or
rolling oceans. Scorpion energy is about deep truths, penetration of surface and
hypocrisy. For this reason it can be an uncomfortable experience.
Ruler: Mars and Pluto. Pluto is the symbol of unconsciousness Pluto was the god of the Underworld is associated with the problems of its time of discovery in 1930- authoritarian governments, war, gangsters and unstable economics. It also governs death, hidden truths, secrets and great power.
