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The Signs
A Brief Introduction to Astrology
Each of the 12 astrological signs belongs to a certain element in one of its states. This gives us twelve quite different basic types. These varying qualities provide the “backdrop” to the planetary positions. As each horoscope has different planets in different signs, there can never be a “pure” Aries or a “pure” Gemini. Each horoscope is a highly individual, very complex and usually also very varied combination of parts. In order to understand the signs, we must take into account the typical expressions of the elements, as well as the characteristics belonging to the planets associated with the signs. 
AriesCardinal fire; ruled by MarsWillpower, impulsive, initiative, courage, energy, activity Often rushes headlong into things more by Liz Greene 
TaurusFixed earth; ruled by VenusSensual, pleasure-seeker, steadfast, strives for security Sees red when provoked for a long time more by Liz Greene 
GeminiMutable air; ruled by MercuryMental type, witty, communicative, mobile, takes pleasure in learning. Rarely touches down more by Liz Greene 
CancerCardinal water; ruled by the MoonEmotional type, stubborn, seeks safety and closeness Very much a family person more by Liz Greene 
LeoFixed fire; ruled by the SunGlamour, generosity, organizer, the center of attention Likes to take the lion's part more by Liz Greene 
VirgoMutable earth; ruled by MercuryPrecise, differentiates, does what is necessary, utilitarian A critical point of view more by Liz Greene 
LibraCardinal air; ruled by VenusA sense of beauty and proportion, tactful, seeks balance and harmony. Sometimes hovers between the scales more by Liz Greene 
ScorpioFixed water; ruled by PlutoCorrosive, passionate, piercing, extreme situations Frequently quarrels with the spirits he called more by Liz Greene 
SagittariusMutable fire; ruled by JupiterFree spirit, carefree, love of movement, cheerful Wanderlust, often seems to be elsewhere more by Liz Greene 
CapricornCardinal earth; ruled by SaturnEnduring, has a sense of purpose, proud, ambitious Can get stuck in craggy heights more by Liz Greene 
AquariusFixed air; ruled by UranusCommunicative, humanitarian, progressive, fraternal Universal spirit with occasional astonishing obstinacy more by Liz Greene 
PiscesMutable water; ruled by NeptuneSensitive, compassionate, helpful, sociable Very adaptable, hard to get a hold on more by Liz Greene  |
