Astrology and the Zodiac

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When I was little, I really didn’t know what astrology was or what your zodiac sign was. When I was growing up, I finally figured out what it all meant and how it worked. From that point on I was instantly clicked. I loved reading my horoscope and when ever I did read it, nine out of ten times it would be right, and that’s why I loved reading my horoscope. It was just something I did every morning, and then I would go throughout my day. Then at night when I would be back on the computer, i would reread them, and realize that most of the time those things did happen, or I did feel that type of emotion.

Astrology has been around for many years, but many people don’t understand what astrology is, who used astrology, and its connection with the zodiac. Many people don’t know this, but the actual term astrology comes from two words, which are “astra” and “logos”. When people believe in astrology, what they believe is that the planets and stars directly or indirectly influence their lives and determine what happens to them in life. Most people think that astrology is a recently thought up science, but it has actually been around for many generations. Most astrologers were priests; so many people looked up to these them as “taught men”. Even religious leaders began to practice astrology more often. (www.astrology.net)

A fact to be pointed out is that the planets still go along the same group of the sky through the 12 signs of the zodiac. The 12 signs are, in order, Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. Every one of them is labeled with the name of an animal or figurine. Aries is the ram, Taurus is the bull, Gemini is the twins, Cancer is the crab, Leo...

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Aquarius people are independent; they just will not be tied down for long, analytical, and narrow-minded. Aquarians firm views and opinions can change to stubbornness if they are pushed into a corner. Nevertheless they are very faithful and supportive in the right relationship. Even though they may get thoroughly involved within a relationship Aquarians need to preserve their privacy and independence.

Pisces people are romantic, idealistic, poetic, emotional, and sometimes unbalanced. They are also said to be the sign of the dreamer. Pisceans are only too happy to lose themselves in their relationships. Being loved is vital to their well-being. They are very caring, and make compassionate and reflective partners. So as you can see astrology’s different aspects need careful thought and consideration in order to understand it.

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