Aquarius (astrology)
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| Zodiac Symbol | Water Carrier |
|---|---|
| Birth Dates (Tropical) | January 20 - February 18[1] |
| Birth Dates (Sidereal) | February 15 - March 14[2][3] |
| Constellation | Aquarius |
| Zodiac Element | Air |
| Zodiac Quality | Fixed[4] |
| Domicile | Saturn[5] (or Uranus[6]) |
| Detriment | Sun |
| Exaltation | Mercury[7]/Pluto[8] (Modern astrology) |
| Fall | Neptune (modern astrology) |
Aquarius is the eleventh astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation Aquarius. In western astrology, the sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession on the equinoxes. In astrology, Aquarius is considered a "masculine", positive (extrovert) sign. It is also considered an air sign and is one of four fixed signs.[9] Aquarius has been traditionally ruled by the planet Saturn, and, since its discovery, Uranus has been considered a modern ruler of this sign. Being the eleventh sign of the zodiac, Aquarius is associated with the astrological 11th house.
Individuals born when the Sun was in this sign are considered Aquarius individuals. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun is in Aquarius roughly from January 20 to February 18.[1] Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently there roughly from February 13 to March 14.[2][3]
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[edit] Origins
The corresponding month in the Babylonian calendar is Arax Šabaṭu, "the destroying month", also called arax arrat zunne, "month of the curse of rains", associated with the Great Flood. It is dedicated to Ramman, the storm god. The zodiacal sign of this month was called GU = Assyrian qâ, the name of a dry-measure. This was associated with Hebrew kad, "pitcher, jar", presumably in reference to the urn of Aquarius. The name Aquarius of this sign is of occidental origin, while Babylonian astrology symbolizes it with a simple amphora, in reference to the apsû (diluvial) region of the sky.[10]
The astrological symbol for Aquarius is said to represent waves or ripples of water.
[edit] Mythology
- See also: Aquarius (constellation)#Mythology
In mythology Aquarius is often associated with the mythological figure of Odysseus, King of Ithaca, from the Greek myth of the Trojan War.[citation needed] Aquarius is also associated with the Greco-Roman god Uranus/Caelus and sometimes the god Cronus/Saturn.[citation needed] In Grecian mythology, Aquarius is the constellation that was once Ganymede, cupbearer of the gods.[citation needed]
[edit] Associated traits
Astrologers broadly agree the following traits are associated with Aquarius. Note that no scientific research thusfar has been able to prove such correlation, leading the scientific community to consider astrology as a pseudoscience or superstition[11][12] more than a science. On the other hand, many astrologers consider planetary aspects to hold a more pervasive influence than sign location, thus conceding many exceptions.
- strong-willed / stubborn [13][14][15]
- opinionated [13][14][15]
- far-sighted / visionary [13][14][15]
- innovative / inventive [13][14][15]
- tolerant / unprejudiced / objective [13][14][15]
- humane / humanitarian [13][14][15]
- genial / friendly / sociable [13][14][15]
- idealistic [13][14][15]
- remote / detached / aloof [13][14][15]
- intuitive [13][14][15]
- devoted to their goals [13][14][15]
- free-spirited / rebellious [13][14][15]
- frank / outspoken [13][14]
- independent / individualistic [13][14]
- intelligent / intellectual [13][14]
- leading / trend setting [13][14]
- engaging [13][14]
- unpredictable [13][14]
- eccentric / unconventional [13][14]
- temperamental [13][14]
- resentful [13][14]
- enigmatic / magnetic [13][14]
- progressive [13][14]
- unemotional / cold [13][14]
One type of Aquarius person can be shy, gentle and patient.[13][14] The other type is more enthusiastic and exhibitionist.[13][14]
| Attribute | |
|---|---|
| Ideal Careers | group leadership [13][14] • science and research [13][14] • astronomy [13][14] • computer technology, electronics or software engineering [13][14] • aviation [13][14] • electronic communication or broadcasting [13][14] • photography [13][14] • theater [13] • social services [13][14] • progressive music [13] |
| Likes | friendship, freedom, intellectual stimulation, camaraderie, surprises, companionship, feeling understood, emotional safety. |
| Dislikes | jealousy, possessiveness, control, ego plays, pointless meetings, narrow-mindedness, being ridiculed, routines, fighting/violence, inequality, being taken for granted. |
[edit] Physical traits
Many astrologers believe that each sign of the zodiac has identifiable physical traits. Individuals born under the sign of Aquarius tend to have a vague expression, finely chiseled features, above average height and a slender figure. Their eyes usually convey remoteness and have a dreamy quality. Aquarians also have average noses and lips that are full at the center and thin out toward the edges. [16]
[edit] Compatibilities
Aquarius is widely thought to be compatible with same element signs, Libra[17] and Gemini.[17]
There are many variables that determine compatibility in astrology, such as birth dates, birth months, birth years, position of a sign within the Sun, the Moon, Stars, etc. The signs listed as compatible with Aquarius do not reflect an individual profile or individual reading as interpreted within astrology, but rather reflect a general guideline and reference to compatibility as dictated by variables such as Qualities and Elements within the Zodiac.[18] Professional astrologers rarely boil compatibility down to just the sun-sign. The branch in astrology dealing with interpersonal compatibilities is called Synastry.[19]
[edit] Correspondences
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The following items are traditionally associated with Aquarius: [20]
| Associations | |
|---|---|
| Birthstones | Garnet [21] ; Amethyst (February) [21] |
| Colours | Electric Blue [13] ; Turquoise [13] |
| Gemstones | Aquamarine [13] |
| Metal | Aluminium [13] |
| Countries | Northern climates: Canada • Russia [22][23] • Norway • Finland [22] • Sweden [13][23][22] • Greenland • Iceland • Iran [22] |
In medical astrology, Aquarius governs the circulatory and nervous systems, as well as the ankles.
The Hindu equivalent of Aquarius is Kumbha.[citation needed]
The Chinese equivalent is thought to be the unpredictable, charismatic Tiger, whose lunar month is 4 February - 5 March. [24]
[edit] References
- ^ a b Astrology.com
- ^ a b VPC - Zodiac Quick Lookup. vpcalendar.net
- ^ a b aquarius. mybirthchart.com.
- ^ Zadkiel, 1861. Page 8.
- ^ Roback, 1854. Page 46
- ^ Narada Moy (penname for Dr. Philip Petersen), Toward A New Scientific Astrology. Empyrean Quest Publishers (Concord CA), 1996.
- ^ Mercury in Aquarius
- ^ Pluto and Aquarius both relate to transformation, whereas Aquarius' opposite, Leo, creates & expects creations to be maintained to the end. Pluto in Aquarius
- ^ Jeff Mayo, Teach Yourself Astrology, pp 38-41, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979
- ^ W. Muss-Arnolt, The Names of the Assyro-Babylonian Months and Their Regents, Journal of Biblical Literature (1892).
- ^ WordNet 2.1. Princeton. Retrieved on 2006-07-05.
- ^ Activities With Astrology. Astronomical society of the Pacific.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z aa ab ac ad ae af ag ah ai aj ak al am an ao elore.com
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z aa ab ac ad ae af ag ah Astrology-online.com
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Alan Oken. Alan Oken's Complete Astrology Revised Edition, 1988. ISBN 0-553-34537-0, pages 149-158
- ^ The Diagram Group, The Little Giant Encyclopedia of The Zodiac, pp 159, Sterling Publishing Company, New York, 1997
- ^ a b Astrology-online.com Quick Compatibility Guide
- ^ www.astrology-online.com.
- ^ Cafeastrology.com on Synastry
- ^ Derek and Julia Parker, The New Compleat Astrologer, pp194-5, Crescent Books , New York, 1990
- ^ a b Timewell Corp. Website.Birthstones and Gemstones Color
- ^ a b c d Countries & Cities; retrieved on 2008-06-01
- ^ a b Voice of Astrology
- ^ Theodora Lau, The Handbook of Chinese Horoscopes, pxxvii, Souvenir Press, London, 2005
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