In both Western and Vedic astrology, zodiac signs or rashis are the twelve divisions of the celestial belt, each representing specific personality traits, characteristics, and influences. While Western astrology primarily uses the Tropical Zodiac, Vedic astrology (Jyotisha) uses the Sidereal Zodiac. Below is an overview of the twelve zodiac signs (rashis) in Vedic astrology:
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- Aries (Mesha):
- Symbol: Ram
- Element: Fire
- Ruling Planet: Mars
- Characteristics: Energetic, courageous, pioneering, enthusiastic, and assertive.
- Taurus (Vrishabha):
- Symbol: Bull
- Element: Earth
- Ruling Planet: Venus
- Characteristics: Stable, patient, practical, reliable, and sensuous.
- Gemini (Mithuna):
- Symbol: Twins
- Element: Air
- Ruling Planet: Mercury
- Characteristics: Adaptable, curious, communicative, witty, and versatile.
- Cancer (Karka):
- Symbol: Crab
- Element: Water
- Ruling Planet: Moon
- Characteristics: Nurturing, sensitive, emotional, protective, and intuitive.
- Leo (Simha):
- Symbol: Lion
- Element: Fire
- Ruling Planet: Sun
- Characteristics: Confident, ambitious, generous, dramatic, and charismatic.
- Virgo (Kanya):
- Symbol: Maiden
- Element: Earth
- Ruling Planet: Mercury
- Characteristics: Analytical, practical, meticulous, health-conscious, and service-oriented.
- Libra (Tula):
- Symbol: Scales
- Element: Air
- Ruling Planet: Venus
- Characteristics: Diplomatic, balanced, sociable, fair-minded, and artistic.
- Scorpio (Vrishchika):
- Symbol: Scorpion
- Element: Water
- Ruling Planet: Mars (traditional) and Ketu (co-ruler)
- Characteristics: Intense, passionate, resourceful, secretive, and transformative.
- Sagittarius (Dhanu):
- Symbol: Archer
- Element: Fire
- Ruling Planet: Jupiter
- Characteristics: Optimistic, adventurous, philosophical, freedom-loving, and enthusiastic.
- Capricorn (Makara):
- Symbol: Goat
- Element: Earth
- Ruling Planet: Saturn
- Characteristics: Disciplined, ambitious, responsible, practical, and patient.
- Aquarius (Kumbha):
- Symbol: Water Bearer
- Element: Air
- Ruling Planet: Saturn (traditional) and Rahu (co-ruler)
- Characteristics: Innovative, humanitarian, unconventional, intellectual, and independent.
- Pisces (Meena):
- Symbol: Fish
- Element: Water
- Ruling Planet: Jupiter (traditional) and Neptune (co-ruler in Western astrology)
- Characteristics: Compassionate, artistic, intuitive, spiritual, and dreamy.
Understanding these zodiac signs and their influences can provide valuable insights into one’s personality, behavior, and life path, according to both Western and Vedic astrological traditions.
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