Leo (astrology)
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Duration (tropical, western) | March 20 – April 19 (2024, UT1)[1] |
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Leo (
♌) is the fifth astrological sign of the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Leo. It spans the Zodiac between the 120th and 149th degree of celestial longitude. In astrology, Leo is considered to be a "masculine", positive (extrovert) sign. It is also considered a fire sign and is one of four fixed signs[2] ruled by the Sun.
In the Tropical zodiac, the sun transits this area of the zodiac between July 22 to August 22 each year. In Sidereal astrology, the sun currently transits the constellation of Leo from August 16th to September 15th (approximately).
Mythology
Some common characteristics that are associated with leo are generosity, warmth, brightness, and self-motivation[3] . Leos are sometimes known as the king of the jungle and tend to be dignified and strong.[4]
Compatibilities
Generally the qualities of Leo are considered to be compatible with those of the other fire signs: Aries and Sagittarius and to a lesser extent with the air signs: Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. However, compatibility based on sun-sign alone is considered to be only a very general guideline.
Leo's colours, numbers, flowers, talismans and gemstone
Leo's colours are purple, golden, orange, black, but unlucky: white. Numbers are: 1, 5, 9, 11. Flowers are: Rose, briar-rose, and sunflower. Talismans: Lion, eagle and swan. Gemstone: Ruby, crystal, jasper, topaz, onyx, and amber.
Sign | Highest compatibility | High compatibility | Low compatibility |
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Leo | Leo, Aries, Sagittarius | Gemini, Libra, Aquarius | Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces |
References
- ^ Astronomical Applications Department 2011.
- ^ Jeff Mayo, Teach Yourself Astrology, pp 38-41, Hodder
- ^ "Leo personality and influences".
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(help) - ^ "Leo sun sign".
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(help) - ^ Joanna Martine Woolfolk, The Only Astrology Book You'll Ever Need. Taylor Trade Publications (2001) ISBN 1-56833-231-9
- ^ Linda Goodman, Linda Goodman's Love Signs: A New Approach to the Human Heart. Harper Paperbacks; 1st edition (1991) ISBN 0-06-096896-6 p.8 "Even between two individuals whose Sun and Moon Signs harmonize, there are always some planets in their mutual nativities which clash causing periodic friction and tension."