ASTROLOGY SIGNS & SYMBOLS

ASTROLOGY SIGN CHARACTERESTICS

WESTERN ASTROLOGY, which is much different from Vedic Astrology in theory and in interpretation, however, has the same zodiac sign names. Interestingly, there are several similarities in the characteristic features of natives belonging to the same signs for both Western and Vedic astrology. So, let us examine those resemblances, which can be used to get a broad picture of an individual based on their zodiac identities.

We are noting all the 12 astrology (zodiac) signs and their respective symbols, which throw some light on the nature and abilities of the natives belonging to corresponding houses. While Western Astrology is based on Sun signs, Vedic Astrology predictions depend on placement of Moon in the birth chart.

ALL 12 ZODIAC SIGNS

ARIES – Aries is represented by Ram or male sheep, which indicates determination, strong will, courage and confidence. In Vedic Astrology too, lord of Aries, Mars or Mangal indicates bravery and conviction and a carefree attitude.

TAURUS - Taurus, epitomized by bull is strong, stubborn and steadfast with energy and power. The sign is considered earth in nature in Indian astrology, and natives show a fixed and non-flexible attitude.

GEMINI – Gemini, embodied by celestial twins is an air sign, which makes them adaptable to different circumstances. Mercury, its lord is the significator of Mathematics and communication, which is why these people are curious, intelligent and extroverts.

CANCER - Cancer, which is symbolized by crab has a stiff outer shell which protects its soft emotional nature inside. Similarly, the sign lord Moon in Vedic Astrology represents the soft-natured mother and motherly love, which is nurturer and protector of the child.

LEO – Leo is lion, and therefore these fire sign natives are majestic and powerful just like the king of the jungle. They are natural born leaders, who are courageous, confident and lucky in Vedic Astrology.

VIRGO - Virgo is represented by a young woman carrying a sheaf of wheat and its people are known to be logical, practical and systematic, who lead a happy family life. In Vedic astrology, Mercury its lord, which stands for logic and mathematics gets exalted in this sign.

LIBRA – Libra represented by scales, indicates balance and justice in life. Libra born people try to maintain fairness and equilibrium in relationships. As Venus is the planet lord of the sign, this zodiac bestows artistic interests, love and partnership in Vedic Astrology.

SCORPIO – Scorpio represented by scorpion indicates the natives can strike without notice. In Vedic Astrology, Scorpio lord Mars is a fire element in a watery sign, which makes people of this zodiac emotional with pent-up energies to react all of a sudden.

SAGITTARIUS – Sagittarius represents archer – which means freedom to explore and find out new possibilities. In Vedic Astrology, Sagittarius lord Jupiter stands for expansion, acquiring knowledge and wisdom, all of which come through the urge to discover.

CAPRICORN – Capricorn is sea goat, which symbolizes determination and perseverance, who can be ambitious, as also practical. Saturn, the lord of Capricorn is very hard working and its natives also represent the same in Vedic Astrology.

AQUARIUS – Aquarius, the water bearer is an enlightened sign that stands for innovation, sharing knowledge and doing something good for society. In Vedic Astrology too, its natives stand for social causes and are progressive, creative and intelligent thinkers.

PIECES – Pieces is represented by two fish and their heads and tails in reverse positions, which symbolizes changing dual nature. As they live in water, they are emotional, sympathetic and caring. In Vedic astrology too, people are dual-natured and compassionate for others’ causes.