Aquarius (astrology)

Spirit of Aquarius

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Aquarius is an astrological sign which originated from the constellation Aquarius, and is the eleventh sign of the zodiac. Aquarius is a positive or masculine, extrovert sign; its element is air and its quality is fixed. Traditionally in astrology Aquarius is ruled by the planet Saturn, and, since its discovery, by the planet Uranus. Its opposite sign is Leo. Under the tropical zodiac, Aquarius is occupied by the Sun from January 20 to February 18. Under the sidereal zodiac, Aquarius is occupied currently from February 13 to March 14. In House (astrology) the 11th House is the house the Aquarian rules, and dates occupied for the House is occupied on May 21 to June 5.

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.

In astrology the astrological signs represent twelve equal segments or divisions of the zodiac. According to astrological beliefs, celestial phenomena reflect or govern human activity on the principle of "as above, so below", meaning that people are affected by changes in their environment, from changes within the body, like from viruses, drugs, or exercising, and changes outside of the body, all the way out to the edges of the universe. Thus, the twelve signs at the same time are held to represent twelve basic personality types or characteristic modes of expression. The scientific community generally considers astrology as a pseudoscience or superstition; yet despite this, belief in astrology remains widespread.

Mythology

In mythology Aquarius is often associated with the mythological figure of Odysseus, King of Ithaca, from the Greek myth of the Trojan War. Aquarius is also associated with the Greco-Roman god Uranus/Caelus and sometimes the god Cronus/Saturn. In Grecian mythology, Aquarius is the constellation that was once Ganymede, cupbearer of the gods.

The astrological symbol for Aquarius is said to represent waves or ripples of water.

Explaining House Astrology

The 11th House is the house that the Aquarian rules. It represents everything about an Aquarian, like birthdays, numbers, etc. The 11th House represents Detached relationships such as friends and acquaintances. Groups, clubs and societies, especially with a charitable or humane aim. Friendship. People born under this house have the personality traits as an a natural Aquarian.

Characteristics

Astrologers broadly agree that the following are the characteristics of Aquarius: unconventional detached intellectual objective individualistic inventive unique easygoing sophisticated future-oriented friendship-oriented humanitarian cause-oriented believing in groups and society playful friendly spontaneous caring devoted trend setting liberal understanding energetic tolerant benevolent charming patient free-spirited independent open-minded progressive

They can also sometimes be: unpredictable dogmatic cold mean over-permissive aloof rebellious stubborn eccentric erotic undependable self oriented self centered unable to commit judgmental fickle elitist.

In medical astrology Aquarius governs the circulatory and nervous systems, as well as the ankles.

Attribute
Ideal Careers	astronomy, scientist, aviation, admissions, photography, acting, music, social services, psychology.
Likes	friendship, freedom, intellectual stimulation, camaraderie, surprises, heavy consumption of liquor, 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.

• Most compatible: Gemini, Libra, Aries, Sagittarius
• Semi-Compatible: Capricorn, Pisces
• 50/50 chance with: Leo
• Semi-Incompatibility:
• Incompatible: Taurus, Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio

Physical traits

Astrologers believe that each sign of the zodiac has identifiable physical traits. Physically, individuals born under the sign of Aquarius supposedly tend to have a vague expression, finely chiseled features and a slender figure. The males are often said to tend to be effeminate in appearance and the females somewhat broad-shouldered and masculine.

Miscellaneous

The following items are traditionally associated with Aquarius:

• Birthstone: garnet, amethyst
• Colours: light blue, Yellow, Orange, Purple
• Gemstones: sapphire, lapis, topaz, beryl
• Metal: brass, Uranium, Platinum
• Countries: Northern climates: Canada, Norway, Finland, Sweden, Greenland, Iceland

Equivalents in other zodiacs

The Indian equivalent of Aquarius is Kumbha

The Chinese equivalent is thought to be the unpredictable, charismatic Tiger, whose lunar month is 4 February - 5 March.

References

Books and publications

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• Kirk, E. (1894). The influence of the zodiac upon human life. Brooklyn, N.Y.: The Idea Pub.
• Lilly, W. (1900s). An introduction to the study of astrology: with numerous emendations, adapted to the improved state of the science : also a grammar of astrology and tables for calculating nativities by Zadkiel. Kila, MT: Kessinger Pub.
• Mayo, J. (1979). Teach Yourself Astrology, pp 41-55, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979
• Parker, D. & J. (1984). The New Compleat Astrologer, pp106-129, Crescent Books, New York, 1984
• Pottenger, M. (1991). Astro Essentials, pp 31 - 36, ACS Publications San Diego, 1991
• Raphael. (1901). The guide to astrology: containing a new and complete system of directions in genethiacal astrology. London: W. Foulsham.
• Roback, C. W. (1854). The mysteries of astrology, and the wonders of magic: including a history of the rise and progress of astrology, and the various branches of necromancy : together with valuable directions and suggestions relative to the casting of nativities, and predictions by geomancy, chiromancy, physiognomy, &c. : also ... narratives, anecdotes, &c. illustrative of the marvels of witchcraft, spiritual phenomena, and the results of supernatural influence / by C. W. Roback. Boston: The author.
• Thomson, A. D. (1872). On mankind: their origin and destiny. London: Longmans, Green.
• Webber, C. (1902). Astrology in a nutshell. Boston, Mass: Newtonia.
• Wiggins, L. K. (1909). Know thy neighbor; or, Character reading, being a compilation of invaluable information upon character reading by physiognomy, temperament, palmistry, astrology, graphology, thumb impressions. Naperville, Ill. [etc.]: J.L. Nichols & Co.
• Zadkiel. (1856). Astrology as it is, not as it has been represented; a compendium. London: H. Baillière.
• Zadkiel. (1861). The hand-book of astrology: containing the doctrine of nativities, in a form free of all mystery ; by which a man may calculate his own nativity and learn his own natural character and proper destiny. London: Berger.