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Gemini
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An animation of the constellation Gemini (center), "the twins", shows two parallel stick figures. Gemini is associated with the myth of Castor and Polydeuces (also known as Pollux), collectively known as the Dioscuri.[2][3]
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Gemini is the third astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Gemini. In western astrology, this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. In astrology, Gemini is considered a "masculine", positive (extrovert) sign. It is also considered an air sign, and is one of four mutable signs.[4] Gemini has been closely associated with the planet Mercury and is considered to be ruled by it.

Individuals born when the Sun was in this sign are considered Gemini individuals. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun is in the sign of Gemini roughly from May 21 to June 21.[5] Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently there roughly from June 15 to July 15.

Astrological qualities and associations

Being the third sign in the zodiac, Gemini is associated with the astrological 3rd house, which is associated with natural Gemini matters - communications, siblings, neighbors and neighborhood matters, local travel and transport, education, everyday matters, brothers.[6]

Gemini is considered to be the domicile of the planet Mercury, and therefore is ruled by it. Mercury is also often associated with the aforementioned matters. Virgo is also a domicile of Mercury. [7]

Mythology

Gemini is associated with the Greek myth of Castor (or Kastor) and Pollux[8][9][10] and with the Greco-Roman god Hermes/Mercury.[9][10] Gemini is sometimes associated with the norse gods Loki,[10][11] Freyr, and Freyja,[12][13] the Slavic deity Veles, and Greek god Asklepios/Aesculapius, the goddesses Eris/Discordia, the goddess Hebe, and goddess Ate. Being twins, Gemini can also be associated with the Greek twins Apollo and Artemis.

Associated traits

Astrologers assign personality traits to the signs. The following are traits more widely associated with Gemini. Note that no scientific research thus far has been able to prove such correlation. Many astrologers consider planetary aspects to hold a key influence.[14]

Attribute
Ideal Careers Explorer[18], writer[18],merchant[18], translator[18], publicist[18], librarian[19], lawyer[19], debator[19].
Likes Talking, exchange of ideas[15][17] • the unknown and unusual[17][15] • working on multiple projects at the same time[17].
Dislikes Being alone[17] • being in a rut, mental inaction[17] • conventional learning and feeling tied down[17].

Compatibilities

Gemini is widely thought to be compatible with same element signs, Aquarius,[20][21] Libra[20][21] and Gemini itself.[21] Gemini is also often considered to be good with Leo[20][21] and Aries.[20][21]

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 Gemini 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.[20]

Correspondences

The following items are traditionally associated with Gemini:[22]

Associations
Birthstones[23] Agate, Emerald (May), Alexandrite, Pearl, Moonstone (June)
Colors Yellow [15][17][24] • Rainbow[15]
Gemstones[24] Citrine • Peridot • Tigereye • Agate[15][24]
Metal Mercury[15]
Flowers[15][24] Lily of the valley • Lavender
Animals Small birds such as the sparrow [15] • the butterfly [15] • the parrot [15]
Countries English speaking world: Australia • USA[15] • Wales[15] • Scotland • Ireland • England
Destination Greece [19]
  • The Indian equivalent of Gemini is Mithunam.
  • The Chinese equivalent is thought to be the quick-witted, adventurous Horse, whose lunar month is 6 June - 6 July.[25]

References

  1. ^ Astronomical Applications Department 2011.
  2. ^ http://www.coldwater.k12.mi.us/lms/planetarium/myth/Gem.gif
  3. ^ Constellation drawings (often but not always) following "The Stars - A new way to see them", H.A. Rey, 1952-1980, ISBN 0-395-24830-2.
  4. ^ Jeff Mayo, Teach Yourself Astrology, pp 38-41, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979
  5. ^ "Astrology.com".
  6. ^ Hand, R. (1981) Horoscope Symbols, Schiffer Publishing, ISBN 0-914-91816-8
  7. ^ Hand, R. (1981) Horoscope Symbols, Schiffer Publishing, ISBN 0-914-91816-8
  8. ^ DIOSKOUROI AS THE CONSTELLATION GEMINI at theoi.com
  9. ^ a b Gemini Myth at songsdomain.tripod.com/zodiac/
  10. ^ a b c astrolingua.spb.ru
  11. ^ novareinna.com
  12. ^ wizarealm.com
  13. ^ unsolvedmysteries.com
  14. ^ according to Astrology.com
  15. ^ 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 elore.com
  16. ^ a b c d e f g h i Astrology-online.com
  17. ^ a b c d e f g h whereincity.com
  18. ^ a b c d e Career.astrology.com - http://career.astrology.com/career/career_profiles/gemini.html
  19. ^ a b c d Quick guide about Gemini - http://www.astrology.com/ssc/qg_gemini.html
  20. ^ a b c d e The Diagram Group, The Little Giant Encyclopedia of The Zodiac, p 171, Sterling Publishing Company, New York, 1997
  21. ^ a b c d e according to Astrology-online.com Quick Compatibility Guide
  22. ^ Derek and Julia Parker, The New Compleat Astrologer, pp194-5, Crescent Books , New York, 1990
  23. ^ Timewell Corp. Website.Birthstones and Gemstones Color
  24. ^ a b c d crystal-cure.com
  25. ^ Theodora Lau, The Handbook of Chinese Horoscopes, pxxvii, Souvenir Press, London, 2005
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