Introduction
Astrology is the study of the planetary motions and how there are patterns to the motion and how this motion can be related to birth charts. Using several different tools to help people interpret these readings. Astrology uses 12 zodiac signs that are each assigned a specific date range based on everyone’s birth date.
History of Astrology
The roots of Astrology date back at least to the 2nd millennium and several of the most ancient cultures including Chinese, Maya, and Indians used astronomical events to explain things that happen on earth. Today, there are many people who plan different aspects of their lives based on the interpretation of these celestial occurrences.
By the 17th century, things began to change in the world of science with Astronomy and Physics. As these disciplines gained credibility, Astrology started to lose ground and no longer enjoys broad-based popularity. However, this does not mean that it is completely dead, there are still many people out there that believe strongly in the Astrological signs.
12 signs of the Zodiac
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18th)
Pieces (February 19th – March 20th)
Aries (March 21st – April 19th)
Taurus (April 20th – May 20th)
Gemini (May 21st – June 20th)
Cancer (June 21st – July 22nd)
Leo (July 23rd – August 22nd)
Virgo (August 23rd – Sept 22nd)
Libra ( September 23rd – October 22nd)
Scorpion (October 23rd – November 21st)
Sagittarius (November 22nd – December 22nd)
Capricorn (December 23 – January 19th)
Each of the 12 signs of the zodiac has a unique set of characteristics and traits that describes the person who was born under that specific sign. Each of the 12 signs also belongs to one of four elements; Fire, Water, Earth, and Air.
Fours elements
Each of the three zodiac signs that make up each of the four elements all shares similar characteristics. These shared characteristics can help to determine somethings about a person. So, next time someone asks you what your zodiac sign is, chances are they are trying to find out more about you.
Fire – Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius – These people tend to be very passionate, quick to anger, but also forgive as quickly. They are very adventurous and physically gifted as well with a passion for inspiring others.
Water – Pieces, Cancer, and Scorpio – People born under this sign are thought to be highly sensitive and tend to be more emotional. They tend to be very intuitive and staunchly loyal to their loved ones.
Earth – Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn – You can imagine, people born under these three signs are most grounded and often very conservative. They are more pragmatic and very loyal to those around them who will always have your back.
Air – Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius – These people tend to be the most social of all the signs and love conversations with the people they associate with. They love a good, deep discussion on philosophical topics, but they can also be somewhat superficial at times.
