The Twelve Signs of the Zodiac
The twelve signs of the Zodiac are energies that color a planet’s expression when it occupies a specific astrological sign. They might also be expressed as an energy atmosphere that surrounds the occupying planet thus influencing its expression (its “character”) in the areas of daily life experience represented by the houses.
The Sign of Aries
The Ram
“I Am”
The sign of Aries represents the principal of activity – it is a dynamic energy struggling to express itself through a unique and individual expression of the life power. It is the birth of being, character and the root of personal identity. Aries imparts an energetic and dynamic character to the energy of the planets residing in its Sign.
The Sign of Taurus
The Bull
“I Have”
Taurus represents the energy of stability and self-substantiation: it represents the growth and expansion of material resources. Taurus imparts a stable and practical character to the energy of the planets residing in its Sign.
The Sign of Gemini
The Twins
“I Think”
The energy of Gemini imparts an expanding energy to any planet residing in its Sign. Gemini focuses on thinking and communication and its energy focuses on the exploration and development of the mental faculties and how they are applied in the world. Gemini imparts an intelligent and communicative energy to planets residing in its Sign.
The Sign of Cancer
The Crab
“I Feel”
The sign of Cancer represents an internalizing energy - a getting in touch with the inner emotional world - its focus is on feelings and expresses its energy in emotional relationships. Cancer imparts a caring and nurturing energy to planets residing in its Sign.
The Sign of Leo
The Lion
“I Will”
Leo is the externalizing energy of the Zodiac; it manifests itself as the reproductive energy in progeny or in creative works. It represents how the creative energies are directed. It is the unfolding of the self-expressive urge – the reproductive imperative. Leo imparts an outgoing and powerful energy to planets residing in its Sign.
The Sign of Virgo
The Virgin
“I Analyze”
Virgo is the obstructing impulse of the Zodiac; it relates to material practicality and work and relates to the purification and improvement of self through facing and surmounting the obstacles encountered on ones life path. Virgo imparts a practical and analytical energy to planets residing in its Sign.
The Sign of Libra
The Scales
“I Balance”
Libra is the balancing energy of the Zodiac through which we achieve the balance between the spiritual and the material. This energy represents the attainment of inner balance and the resolution of the opposites in life. Libra imparts a cooperative and harmonious energy to planets residing in its Sign.
The Scorpion
“I Desire”
The sign of Scorpio expresses the cosmic energies of regeneration and decay. It represents the encounter with the secret and unexpected dimensions of life. It contains within it the cosmic polarities of wisdom and self-destruction or illumination and ignorance Scorpio imparts an intense and passionate energy to planets residing in its Sign.
The Sign of Sagittarius
The Archer
“I See”
Sagittarius is the sign of spiritual expansion and transformation by inner evolution. It is the energy of the Zodiac which nurtures the development of a meaningful philosophy of life. Sagittarius imparts an expansive and spiritual energy to planets residing in its Sign.
The Sign of Capricorn
The Sea Goat
“I Use”
The sign of Capricorn represents the materializing impulse of the will as expressed in an individual’s career and in the material success, status and personal recognition acquired through it. Capricorn imparts a responsible and utilitarian energy to the planets residing in its Sign.
The Sign of Aquarius
The Water – Bearer
“I Know”
The sign of Aquarius is the cosmic principal of understanding and the expression of higher thought. It is an invigorating and rejuvenating energy and represents the intellectual growth that comes from social involvement. Aquarius imparts a thoughtful and friendly energy to planets residing in its Sign.
The Sign of Pisces
The Fishes
“I Believe”
Pisces symbolizes the release from material attachments and the realization of the spiritual self. It is expressive of an individual’s aesthetic and mystical side and is where they immerse themselves the spiritual waters of creation. Pisces imparts a sensitive and compassionate energy to planets residing in its Sign.