By Chris Freyer
Posted: July 26, 2021
The Aries symbol is meant to represent the face and horns of a ram. This is based on Chrysomallus, a flying ram who provided golden fleece. It represents authority and kingship. Aries loves to be number one, so it’s no surprise that these audacious rams are the first sign of the zodiac. Bold and ambitious,
By Chris Freyer
Posted: July 26, 2021
The Taurus symbol is meant to illustrate the face and horns of a bull. Like the animal, people born under this star sign are peaceful and methodical. They are slow to anger, but once they are disturbed, they can become violent. Taurus is an earth sign represented by the bull. Like their celestial spirit animal,
By Chris Freyer
Posted: July 26, 2021
The Gemini symbol is meant to represent a pair of twins, particularly Dioscuri, who were granted shared half-immortality after the death of their mortal brother Castor. Geminis are known to have duel personalities, acting one way on a certain day and completely differently the next. However, the twins also represent a Gemini’s desire to communicate
By Chris Freyer
Posted: July 26, 2021
The Cancer symbol is based on the Karkinos, a giant crab who harassed Heracles during his fight with the Hydra. People born beneath this sign move sideways like crabs, avoiding conflict as often as possible. They also pinch like crabs, clasping onto the things that make them happy. Cancer is a cardinal water sign. Represented
By Chris Freyer
Posted: July 26, 2021
The Leo symbol represents a lion, particularly the Nemean lion, who has an impenetrable hide. People born beneath this sign are proud, regal, relaxed, and in charge. Much like lions, they are natural born leaders who chase after what they want because they believe they deserve it. Roll out the red carpet because Leo has
By Chris Freyer
Posted: July 26, 2021
The Virgo symbol represents a virgin woman, based on Astraea who was the last immortal to leave Earth at the end of the Silver Age. She represents dedication, loyalty, kindness, and nurture. Virgo is an earth sign historically represented by the goddess of wheat and agriculture, an association that speaks to Virgo’s deep-rooted presence in
By Chris Freyer
Posted: July 26, 2021
The Libra symbol represents scales, which are based on the scales of justice held by Themis, the Greek personification of divine law and custom. This sign believes in balancing all aspects of their life and they become upset at any injustices they witness. Libra is an air sign represented by the scales (interestingly, the only
By Chris Freyer
Posted: July 26, 2021
The Scorpio symbol is associated with a scorpion, a snake, and an eagle. Like a scorpion, people born beneath this sign are intense, aggressive when provoked, and prefer to be alone. Scorpio is one of the most misunderstood signs of the zodiac. Because of its incredible passion and power, Scorpio is often mistaken for a
By Chris Freyer
Posted: July 26, 2021
The Sagittarius symbol represents an archer. It is based on the centaur, Chiron, who mentored Achilles in archery. People born beneath this sign are obsessed with traveling, learning, and adventure. Represented by the archer, Sagittarians are always on a quest for knowledge. The last fire sign of the zodiac, Sagittarius launches its many pursuits like
By Chris Freyer
Posted: July 26, 2021
The Capricorn symbol is the body and head of a goat with the tail of a fish. It is based on the Sumerians’ primordial god of wisdom and waters, Enki, because Capricorns are intelligent, logical, and goal oriented. The last earth sign of the zodiac, Capricorn is represented by the sea goat, a mythological creature