Libra the balance, is the seventh sign of the zodiac. The sun is in Libra from September 23 to October 22.
Aries, the ram, is the first astrological sign in the Zodiac. The sun is in Aries is from about March 21 to April 19.
Taurus, the bull, is the second sign of the zodiac; the sun is in Taurus from about April 20 to May 20.
Gemini, often represented by Twins, is the third sign of the zodiac; the sun is in Gemini from about May 21 to June 20.
Cancer the crab, is the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in Cancer from about June 21 to July 22.
Leo, the lion, is the fifth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in Leo from about July 23 to August 22.
Virgo represented by a female, is the sixth sign of the zodiac. The sun is in Virgo from August 23 to September 22.
Libra the balance, is the seventh sign of the zodiac. The sun is in Libra from September 23 to October 22.
Scorpio, the Scorpion, is the eighth sign of the zodiac. The sun is in Scorpio from October 23 to November 21.
Sagittarius the archer, is the ninth sign of the zodiac. The sun is in Sagittarius from November 22 to December 21.
Capricorn the goat, is the tenth sign of the zodiac. The sun is in Capricorn from December 22 to January 19.
Aquarius the water bearer, is the eleventh sign of the zodiac. The sun is in Aquarius from January 20 to February 18.
Pisces the fish, is the twelfth astrological sign in the Zodiac. The sun is in Pisces from February 19 to March 20.
Libra is an astrological sign and is the seventh sign of the zodiac. Libra is classed as a Positive or masculine, extrovert sign; its element is Air and its Quality is Cardinal influencing Libra horoscopes. Traditionally in astrology Libra is ruled by the planet Venus. The sign opposite of Libra is Aries. Under the tropical zodiac, Libra may be occupied by the Sun at any time from September 23 to October 23. However, it is widely accepted, especially in mainstream media, that Libra starts on the 23rd of September and ends on the 22nd of October. Under the sidereal zodiac, it ends on November 15. The corresponding month in the Babylonian calendar is Tišritum, dedicated to Shamash (the Sun). Libra, (The Scales of Balance), is the only symbol of the zodiac that is inanimate (it is not represented by an animal or person). The Indian equivalent of Libra is Tula; the Chinese equivalent is thought to be the idealistic, fair-minded Dog, whose lunar month is 8 October - 7 November. Libra is thought to be compatible with Aquarius and Gemini. Therefore, when Libras come into contact with these signs there can be love in Libra horoscopes.
In mythology Libra is often associated with the Greek Goddess of Justice, Themis, the Greek mythological figure of Atalanta (meaning balanced), and Astraea (daughter of Themis), who ascended to heaven and became the constellation of Virgo, and carried the scales of justice, the nearby constellation of Libra. Libra is also associated with the Greco-Roman goddess Aphrodite/Venus and sometimes also the goddesses Eris/Discordia, along with Hermione/Concordia, Hera/Juno, Ishtar, Freyja and Frigg, and the god Xolotl.
The astrological symbol for Libra represents the scales. Many modern astrologers regard it as the most desirable of zodiacal types because it represents the zenith of the year, the high point of the seasons, when the harvest of all the hard work of the spring is reaped influencing their Libra horoscopes.
Astrologers broadly agree that the following characteristics apply for those born under the sign of Libra: cooperative, diplomatic, open-minded, playful, urbane, fair, partnership-oriented, avoids conflict, easy-going, even-tempered, strong, refined, balanced , leader, graceful, artistic, home-body, charming, abundantly pleasant, debating, flexible, sensual, very romantic, idealistic, vast financial opportunities. All of these characteristics influence Libra horoscopes.
However, the same person is prone to: rationalize, be easily deterred, indecision, laziness, jealousy, changeability, vanity, gullibility, being easily influenced, being flirtatious, conceit, perfectionist, aloofness, being mildly vengeful, not saying 'no', being quarrelsome, being over-serious, being too hard to fit in, coldness, self-indulgent, cruelty. Jealous, violence (at times). All of these characteristics influence Libra horoscopes.
Ideal careers include: Singer, Artist, Real Estate Agent, Entertainer Agent Design, Fashion, Architecture, Private Eye
Likes: fairness, equality, home, stability, happiness, justice, saying yes.
Dislikes drama, yelling, being ignored, judgmental people/being judged, saying no
The likes and dislikes have an influence on Libra horoscopes.
The following items are traditionally associated with Libra and influence Libra horoscopes:
