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'''Leo''' is the fifth [[astrological sign]] of the [[Zodiac]], originating from the [[Leo (constellation)|constellation of Leo]]. In [[western astrology]], this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the [[Precession (astronomy)|precession of the equinoxes]]. In [[astrology]], Leo is considered to be a "masculine", [[Positive sign|positive]] (extrovert) sign. It is also considered a [[fire sign]] and is one of four [[fixed sign]]s.<ref> Jeff Mayo, ''Teach Yourself Astrology'', pp 38-41, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979 </ref> Leo is [[Domicile (astrology)|ruled]] by the [[Sun (astrology)|Sun]].
'''Leo''' is the fifth [[astrological sign]] of the [[Zodiac]], originating from the [[Leo (constellation)|constellation of Leo]]. In [[western astrology]], this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the [[Precession (astronomy)|precession of the equinoxes]]. In [[astrology]], Leo is considered to be a "hot", [[Positive sign|positive]] (extrovert) sign. It is also considered a [[fire sign]] and is one of four [[fixed sign]]s.<ref> Jeff Mayo, ''Teach Yourself Astrology'', pp 38-41, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979 </ref> Leo is [[Domicile (astrology)|ruled]] by the [[Sun (astrology)|Sun]].


Individuals born when the [[Sun (astrology)|Sun]] was in this sign are considered Leo individuals. Under the [[tropical zodiac]], the Sun is in Leo roughly from [[July 23]] to [[August 22]].<ref name="Astrology.com">{{cite web |title=Astrology.com|url=http://horoscopes.astrology.com/dailyleo.html}}</ref> Under the [[Sidereal astrology|sidereal zodiac]], it is currently there roughly from [[August 17]] to [[September 16]].
Individuals born when the [[Sun (astrology)|Sun]] was in this sign are considered Leo individuals. Under the [[tropical zodiac]], the Sun is in Leo roughly from [[July 23]] to [[August 22]].<ref name="Astrology.com">{{cite web |title=Astrology.com|url=http://horoscopes.astrology.com/dailyleo.html}}</ref> Under the [[Sidereal astrology|sidereal zodiac]], it is currently there roughly from [[August 17]] to [[September 16]].

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Leo is the fifth astrological sign of the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Leo. In western astrology, this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. In astrology, Leo is considered to be a "hot", positive (extrovert) sign. It is also considered a fire sign and is one of four fixed signs.[3] Leo is ruled by the Sun.

Individuals born when the Sun was in this sign are considered Leo individuals. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun is in Leo roughly from July 23 to August 22.[4] Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently there roughly from August 17 to September 16.

Mythology

Leo is a symbol for the Nemean Lion that was slain by Heracles (Hercules). Zeus raised the lion to the stars in honor of Hercules.

In mythology Leo is associated with the Greco-Roman god Apollo and sometimes also the gods Helios/Sol, Ra, and Huitzilopochtli and the goddess Sunna.[5]

The astrological symbol or glyph for Leo represents the head and mane of the lion.[6]

Associated traits

Astrologers broadly agree that the following are the characteristics of leo: [7]

  • Creative / enthusiastic [8]
  • Faithful / loving [8]
  • Broad-minded / expansive [8]
  • Dramatic / vain [9]
  • Generous / warmhearted [8]
  • Pompous / patronizing [8]
  • Bossy / interfering [8]
  • Dogmatic / intolerant [8]
Astrology
Background
Traditions
Branches
Astrological signs
Symbols
Attributes
Ideal Careers Politics or governmental work [10] • Business [10] • Lawyer • Photographer • Entertainer [10] • Music and Art [10] • Director
Likes Spotlight • Speculative ventures [10] • Luxurious living [10] • Drama [10] • Adornment • Fashion • Grandeur [10]
Dislikes Doing things safely [10] • Small minded people [10] • Penny-pinching [10] • Being compared to others • Loneliness

Compatibilities

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Leo is widely thought to be compatible with same element signs, Aries[11][12] and Sagittarius[11][12][11][12]. Gemini and Libra make a good match as well.[13] It can be excellent with Taurus, although the relationship may need some work as both signs can be very stubborn, and should instead try to understand and accept each other. [14][15][15]

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 Leo 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. [11]

Correspondences

The following items are traditionally associated with Leo: [16]

Associations
Birthstones Ruby (July), Peridot (August)
Gemstones Ruby [10] • Sunstone
Flowers Sunflower [10] • Marigold [10]
Colors Gold [10] • Orange [17]
Metals Gold [10][17]
Body Parts Heart [10] • Back [10] • Spine [10]
Countries France[10] • Italy[10] • Peru[10] • Romania[10]
Animals All varieties of Cats [10]

References

  1. ^ http://www.astrology-x-files.com/zodiac/leo-mercury.html
  2. ^ Astronomical Applications Department 2011.
  3. ^ Jeff Mayo, Teach Yourself Astrology, pp 38-41, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979
  4. ^ "Astrology.com".
  5. ^ Spelwerx Astrology - Leo http://www.spelwerx.com/leo.html
  6. ^ Cafe Astrology - http://www.cafeastrology.com/zodiacleo.html
  7. ^ Robert Pelletier & Leonard Cataldo Be Your Own Astrologer pp 24 - 33, Pan Books Ltd, London 1984; Maritha Pottenger, Astro Essentials, pp 31 - 36, ACS Publications San Diego, 1991 ; Jeff Mayo, Ibid, pp 41-55, 1979
  8. ^ a b c d e f g according to Astrology-online.com
  9. ^ a b Cite error: The named reference horoscopes.astrology.com/dailyleo.html was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  10. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x elore.com
  11. ^ a b c d The Diagram Group, The Little Giant Encyclopedia of The Zodiac, p 171, Sterling Publishing Company, New York, 1997
  12. ^ a b c according to Astrology-online.com Quick Compatibility Guide
  13. ^ http://www.novareinna.com/constellation/leolovecomp.html
  14. ^ http://love.astrology.com/features/astrology/lovematch/taurusleo.html
  15. ^ a b http://www.astrology.com.au/compatibility/compatibility.asp
  16. ^ Derek and Julia Parker, The New Complete Astrologer, pp194-5, Crescent Books , New York, 1990
  17. ^ a b Crystal-cure.com
  18. ^ Theodora Lau, The Handbook of Chinese Horoscopes, pxxvii, Souvenir Press, London, 2005
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