Almost all kinds of Astrology systems in practice
– Vedic Astrology (also referred to Indian Hindu Astrology), Western Astrology
and Chinese astrology, there are twelve Zodiac Signs. While the western
astrology places a lot of importance on the Sun Sign – meaning the sign
occupied by the planet Sun at the time of the birth of the person.
What is a Sun Sign?
Earth takes about one year to
complete its one rotation around Sun. As per the geocentric system of
observation, the Sun is assigned a degree from 0 to 360. Further to facilitate
the study, each sign is also give 30 degrees. Hence Sun stays in each of the 12
zodiac signs for approximately a month each completing its rotation of 360.
The sign that the Sun was transiting at the time
of your birth is your Sun Sign.
There are twelve signs - Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra,
Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces. In Vedic Astrology the
Sun is taken as the representative of the soul. Therefore, whatever be the
system of Astrology, the Sun Signs assume a good importance as the occupation
of each zodiac sign by Sun lends a set of unique personality traits and
characteristics to the person. A lot can be deciphered about the personality of
the person depending on the zodiac sign which Sun is in.
If you know which Sun Sign you are or your friend
is then this article could be useful in telling a little more about the
different zodiac signs and their personality traits.
Why Study the Zodiac Signs and Personality Traits
In some ways we are all unique individuals with a
set of qualities and traits. At the same time we have many common characteristics
and traits. Understanding our own personality and character type helps us to
discover our motive in life, it helps to understand the style of functioning,
the likes and dislikes, the strengths and weaknesses. It also helps to bring
out our hidden desires and latent talents.
In the same way, this study is also useful in knowing
others – especially our family members, friends, partners, lover and spouse.
This helps to understand why they behave the way they do in a given situation.
In simple words, the study of Zodiac Signs helps
us to understand the Personality Traits and Type of the person we are
interested in.
Aries Personality Traits
The symbol assigned to Aries: Ram
Element of Aries: Fire
Ruling planet for Aries: Mars
Lucky day for Aries: Tuesday
Positive Personality Traits of Aries: Adventurous, energetic, courageous, and
confident are the strengths of Aries.
Negative Personality Traits of Aries: Self-centered, short-tempered, impulsive, and
impatient.
Aries is the first zodiac sign. Thus the Ram also
symbolizes birth and Aries are energetic, vibrant like an infant. Aries know
for sure what they want and are not hesitant to declare it. They are blessed
with courage so don’t expect them to be shy to express of their wants and
needs. However, they are not selfish – it is just their way of expressing
themselves and it is never their intention to tread on someone’s toes.
Thanks to the properties of the planet Mars they
are blessed with an energy and confidence, Aries are known to be outgoing, friendly
and believe in leading the people.
Although full of vibrancy and raw energy, the
Aries also tend to drop the project (but not the goal) if they do not get the
desired results. That way you may call them restless also because they are determined
to succeed one way or another.
Determination, strength and courage make the Aries action oriented and the “doers” of the zodiac. Yet they have a reputation of starting something very enthusiastically but also dropping it ‘half way’ if they get bored. Generally speaking, if looking into the horoscope of an Aries you can most certainly predict him or her to be high-spirited, bold and independent. On the other hand Aries do not like taking orders. This can make them sulk.
Aries are quite helpful and generous to others but
they openly seek credit for their good deeds. Though they can get angry very
quickly but they seldom nurse a grudge for long. Forgive and forget is a motto
most Aries live by.
As a lover, they are passionate because it is a fiery
sign and yet they can be very trusting. This strength also becomes their
weakness as they are very vulnerable and trust someone very easily. A typical
Aries lover is said to wear his heart on his sleeve.
Taurus Personality Traits
A Taurus is a person born between the 21st of April and the 21st of May.
The symbol assigned to Taurus: Bull
Element of Taurus: Earth
Ruling planet for Taurus: Venus
Lucky day for Aries: Friday
Positive Personality Traits of Taurus: Both physically and emotionally strong, Compassionate,
Dependable, Loyal, Reliable
Negative Personality Traits of Taurus: Stubborn, Aggressive
Taurus is the second sign of the zodiac. Taurus is
known to be practical, reliable and yet headstrong sign - much like its symbol
bull. People born under Taurus Sign give the impression that they are laid back
and you will have to push them if you want them to get into the action mode - exactly
like what the Bull symbolizes. At the same time, keep in mind that it is not
easy to push Taurus folks to do something against their wish. They are quite
stubborn too and if pushed beyond a limit their temper will flare up. Though they
rarely loose their cool but stay away from a angry and fuming bull.
Taurus folks make wonderful friends, and they are
loyal and will stand beside a friend till last. They know very well how to tune
in the emotions but their problem is that they rarely display them. Thus this
implies that the bulls have a
softer side to them also.
However, the Taurus folks love stability
- security being a major need for them. Hence, they are not the first ones to
vote for a change – which is a difficult proposition for most Bulls. Their
other praiseworthy traits are their Elegant and methodical nature.
People born with Taurus as their Sun
sign have the talent and skill to convert ideas and thoughts into actions, for
themselves as well as others. They are not known to be very innovative as they
are much or doer than thinkers. Due to this personality characteristic the Bulls
tend to be great managers of project which they seldom initiate.
A Taurean will always hesitate to
start a project but once assigned the responsibility they will stop only when
they accomplish it.
In short, they are determined to
achieve their goals and they are unstoppable.
Gemini Personality Traits
A Gemini is a person born between the 22nd of May and the 21st of June.
The symbol assigned to Gemini: The Twins
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| The Twins |
Element of Aries: Air
Ruling planet for Aries: Mercury
Lucky day for Aries: Wednesday
Positive Personality Traits of Gemini: Energetic, Jovial, good communication / debating
skills, inquisitiveness, Clever, Imaginative and flexibility
Negative Personality Traits of Gemini: Lack of patience, Indecisive, confusing
personalities, Superficial and selfishness
Gemini is the third sign of the Zodiac. Gemini people are curious, restless and are always on the lookout for new
ideas and experiences
Charming and witty, Gemini's are usually fond of company. Intelligent
and adaptive, they are blessed with good communication skills. Due to their hobnobbing
with various subjects and versatile nature, Gemini’s usually like to have many
friends. You will enjoy the company of Gemini as they make very interesting and
stimulating friends. They love to leave a great impression on everyone they
meet.
If you need any advice, especially on the matters of relationship
and communication, Gemini is the one to ask. They can give good advice and help
you with persuasion and enthusiasm.
This air sign is versatile, adaptable. This makes them good
students and learners. That is why it is common to find the Heavenly Twins well
educated due to their regular yearning for knowledge and intellectual
stimulation. Not only that the Gemini’s can outshine others with their
intelligence or oratory skills, and thus they are successful in whatever they
choose to focus on in life.
Often they are blamed for their duality of nature and a tendency
to spend their energy on too many projects. Hence they are labeled as mercurial
or having a shifty nature. They know a little about a lot of different subjects
- making them somewhat superficial but it helps them create a great first
impression!
Having a Gemini boy friend or girl friend can be thrilling and
dangerous. With their knowledge of too many subjects, good listening abilities
and flexibility Gemini keep their love life peppery. In matters of the heart, you
will never get bored with a Gemini and look forward to an ever-changing ride. But
you may not like your Gemini friend for certain duality in his or her
personality.
Cancer Personality Traits
A Cancer is a person born between the 22nd of
June and the 23rd of July.
The symbol assigned to Cancer: Crab.
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| Crab - The Sign of Cancer |
The symbol assigned to Cancer: Crab.
Element of Cancer: Moon
Ruling planet for Cancer: Water
Lucky day for Cancer: Monday
Positive Personality Traits of Cancer: Emotionally Sensitive, loving, loyal, Intuitive,
good imagination, Protective and sympathetic
Negative Personality Traits of Cancer: Changeable, moody, Overemotional, touchy, Clinging
and unable to let go, emotional outbursts
Cancer is the fourth zodiac sign.
Astrologically, it is not possible to explain the behavior or the personality
traits of a Cancer born person in just a few words. This is because the Cancer
folks are full of contradictions. Their strength if gone beyond a point can
become their weakness. That is why they are also referred to as persons of
extremes. On one hand they are extremely attached and caring for the other
person displaying full loyalty while on the other hand a typical overemotional
Cancer person may find it difficult to shake off his attachment to a person –
even if it is the crying need of the situation.
It can be said that a Cancer born will
find it quite difficult or challenging to be emotionally strong or stable all
the times. He or she has to lean on someone for emotional support, advice and
encouragement. On the other hand, a Cancer born is quite independent in monetary
terms or rather self-sufficient for the material and physical things in life.
This is due to Sun being the lord of their second house of the natural horoscope.
The Cancer born can be quite
successful in life if he or she learns to properly harness his / her emotional
energy rather than leaning on others like a helpless or vulnerable soul. To
understand this complex zodiac sign let us look at the nature and behavior of
the crab – which is its natural animal sign. A crab has a hard shell and likes
to live in / near water. A crab is shy and yet shrewd enough to know about its
own vulnerability. Therefore, it is smart in sensing the danger and it withdraws
itself in.
Being a Moon sign also, the Cancer
folks are quite temperamental, shy and sensitive. The hard external look is the
protective armor of a Cancer person to hide its emotional, gentle and shy
personality traits.
It is not surprising that they tend to
become to be cautions, self - protective and sometimes very slow, while dealing
with the difficult situations and the world at large. Under favorable
situations, the Crabs can be kind, generous, admirably understanding and
gracious.
Since this sign is quite capable of
going to the extremes, don’t be surprised to sometime find a Cancer who is just
the opposite - outspoken and flamboyant. Take it this way that the crab is perhaps
making an emotional error by being on the other side.
Did I not say that Cancer character is
a complex one to understand easily?
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Note
Astrology based upon Sun sign is a generalized sketch
of an individual’s personality and characteristics. The Sun has the most
important influence in your horoscope and in many ways represents your inner strength.
However, it does not take into consideration the aspects of other planets and their
position in your horoscope. It is only by studying the entire birth chart, an
astrologer can to get a complete picture of your personality.
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