Meaning of the Zodiac Sign of Sagittarius | Your Birthstones by Month, Color & Sign Meaning of the Zodiac Sign of Sagittarius in Zodiac Signs Meanings The Sun enters the Sagittarius Zodiac House on 23rd of November and stays there up to December 21st. This house is ruled by the planet Jupiter. The symbol of Sagittarius is the Centaur — a mythical creature half human half horse. The Centaur has a bow, and he is ready to fire an arrow. Mythology The constellation of Sagittarius is located on the Southern Hemisphere, between the constellations of Scorpio and Capricorn. The bow of the Archer is made up out of a group of three larger stars and it is visible without too much trouble. According to Greek mythology, Centaur was in fact Chiron — the son of Saturn who was famous for his medicinal skills, as well as general scientific knowledge. Chiron, unlike the other Centaurs who were believed to be reckless and aggressive, was highly regarded and greatly respected in the Greek mythology. He was considered a kind, gentle, and understanding Centaur, not only wise and brilliant archer, but also a great physician and musician.

Chiron was instructing Achilles how to defeat the Hydra. Accidentally he was poisoned by the Hydra’s blood and, as immortal, translated to the sky to represent the constellation of the Archer. The Centaur is shooting upwards, with eyes fixed to the distance. That symbolizes the nature of this sign, as people born in the Zodiac sign of Sagittarius always try to look at the bigger picture, and rarely worry about the here and now. Personality Traits of Sagittarius Sagittarius individuals possess a strong and accurate perception, sensing the flaws and weaknesses in the personalities of the people around them. In that, they resemble the Archer, with their arrows hitting the mark each time. Sagittarians are decisive, progressive and have an enterprising spirit. Their thoughts and words carry the powers of intuition and inspiration. If they develop the ability to concentrate, circumstances will have hard time overcoming them. Sagittarians love freedom above all other things. That love pushes them to self-employment or, if the are in employment to such positions where their full sense of independence and liberty is preserved.

They have a loyal nature, clean and quick brain, and easily assimilate new ideas and can even change their mindset by 180 degrees if they find some other, more advanced modes of life. They have lofty aspirations, and they can be very much exalted and full of hope. They are fond of sport and outdoor activities. When they are in a good overall position, they can be splendid characters. On the negative side, they can be bad-tempered at times, even though never willingly malicious. They can also be restless, rebellious, domineering and difficult to get on with. Usually, Sagittarians are not good with the details, and can never be trusted with them. Furthermore, they tend to exaggerate stories, not surprisingly, to their own advantage. Like all signs of the fire elements, Sagittarians have to be careful if they decide to ignore the voice of caution. That can happen, for example, if they by virtue of their own enthusiasm take on too much, making them act without foresight. In pursuing their visions, people born under the sign of Sagittarius can exceed the limits of reality. Even if they find themselves in a difficult situation, Sagittarians can cope better than the other astrological signs.

Being a mutable sign, Sagittarius is adjustable and understanding. Everything they face they tend to view like an opportunity for growth and advancement. Usually Sagittarians are fond of animals, especially horses and dogs, and animals can be their constant companions. The most frequent ailments to which Sagittarius persons are liable are lung troubles, rheumatism, problems with the thighs and hips (area of the body ruled by this sign), and diseases affecting the circulatory system. Sagittarius in Relationships In relationships, they can have problems due to their demand for freedom and individuality. That can cause problems on a regular basis. As they try to give their best, they demand the best from their partners in return. Most harmonious relationships they can establish with the zodiac signs of Aries, Leo , Aquarius and Libra , whereas on the opposite end are usually Pisces and Virgo. Birthstones of Sagittarius The Astrological Signs Aries Aries is the pioneer of the zodiac. Aries want to always be the first to do something. It is a cardinal , fire sign.

Aries represents the first month of springi, and as such it can be very self-sensitve and easily discouraged, just like an early flower in spring can be hurt by a late frost. The planetary ruler of Aries is Mars , representing the energy that Aries displays, and the traditional symbol for the sign is a ram -- headstrong and aggressive. A medieval type for Aries is the soldier. While Aries is good at initiating things, the sign is not good at follow through. Taurus Taurus is the second sign of the zodiac, a fixed , earth sign. Taurus can be very practical and concerned with material realities. Taurus is very sensual and may love to enjoy pleasures of the body. Taurus can also be stubborn because, after all, their way is the right way. The planetary ruler of Taurus is venus , the symbol for Taurus is a bull, and a traditional association is the farmer. Taurus is pleasure-loving but stubborn. Gemini Gemini is the third sign of the zodiac, a mutable , air sign. Gemini is represented by the Twins, and Gemini people are often of two minds. Gemini is the communicator of the zodiac, always talking with others.

The planetary ruler of Gemini is Mercury , representing the sign's use of the mind. A medieval type for Gemini is the jester, whose livelihood depended on the use of his mind. Gemini's are so interested in everything that it is difficult for them to remain focussed on one thing for very long. Cancer Cancer is the fourth sign of the zodiac. It is cardinal and water . Carcer's are very nuturing and motherly for both sexes, even though this behavior is more difficult for the males to express. Cancer is very emotional, and often like a crab, hard on the outside and soft inside, and the symbol is a crab. The planetary ruler of Cancer is the moon , and like the tides, a Cancer's emotions can shift back and forth. A medieval association for cancer is the mother. Leo Leo is the fith sign of the zodiac, a fixed fire sign. Leo represents the king, and Leo can be a very noble sign, though their may be some problems with ego-inflation. Leo can be very dramatic, always putting on a good show for their subjects, and very protective of them as well. The planetary ruler of Leo is the sun .

Virgo Virgo is the sixth sign of the zodiac, a mutable earth sign. An important keyword for Virgo is service. Virgoans find people important, and often remain behind the scenes while the Leo's are taking the credit for the work the Virgo actually performed. They are interested in health and nutrition, and can become overly concerned with these matters to the extent of worrying. The ruling planet of Virgo is Mercury ; the Mercury-ruled Gemini tends to see the forest and miss the trees, whereas Virgo sees the trees and misses the forest. Libra Libra is the seventh sign of the zodiac; it is cardinal and air . Libra is the diplomat or negotiator of the zodiac. The symbol for Libra is the scales, always balancing two opposing options. Libra does so well at seeing both sides of a question that it sometimes has difficult deciding which option to choose. Libra is concerned with harmonious relationships between people. Representing this idea, the ruling planet is Venus . Scorpio Scorpio is the eighth sign of the zodiac;it is a fixed water sign. Scorpio is represented by several symbols: the Eagle, the Scorpio, and the Serpent.

Scorpio's can either be very, very good (like the little girl that had a curl right in the middle of her forehead) or very very bad (for example, Charles Manson and Jack the Ripper). There is always much more to a Scorpio than meets the eye, and the sign likes mysteries. A medieval type for Scorpio is the magician. The traditional ruling planet is Mars , and the modern ruling planet is Pluto . Sagittarius Sagittarius is the ninth sign of the zodiac; it is mutable fire . Sagittarius finds it very dificult to tell a lie, and are known for being blunt. Sagittarians are the philosophers of the zodiac, always concerned with the Big Picture, the Philosophical Idea. A medieval reference is the lawyer. The symbol for for Sagittarius is the mythical centaur, an archer half human and half horse. The ruling planet for Sagittarius is Jupiter . Capricorn Capricorn is the tenth sign of the zodiac; it is cardinal and earth . Capricorn tends to be old when they are young and get younger (or more youthful) as they get older.

A traditional image of Capricorn is of two steps forward and the one step backwards: they never give up, but can be very persistent. The planetary ruler is Saturn , and the symbol is the mythical capricorn, a half-goat, half-fish. A medieval role for Capricorn i the father. Aquarius Aquarius is the eleventh sign of the zodiac, fixed air . Aquarius is concerned with people in groups, large masses of people, but can sometimes have difficulty with people as individuals. They are extremely future-oriented. Aquarius is the inventor or scientist. The planetary rulers of Aquarius are Saturn and Uranus . The two rulers indicate the dual nature of the sighn, both inventive and conservative. The symbol is a Water Carrier. Pisces Pisces is the twelfth and last sign of the zodiac; it is mutable and water . Pisces are very sensitve the the things and people in their environment. sces are also emotional, vulnerable and imaginative. Pisces is represented by two fish, tied at the taills and swimming in opposite directions. A medieval role for Pisces is the mystic. The planetary rulers are Jupiteri (traditional) and Neptune (modern).

The Zodiac in the Ancient World The Zodiac in the Ancient World Notes by Dr. Honora M. Finkelstein The Babylonian Zodiac (Click to see a larger image.) The Bull of Heaven, whose death and funeral are mentioned as Inanna’s reason for visiting the underworld, is a reference to the astrological sign of Taurus. Bulls were often represented as being sacred in goddess worship, but in this particular case, it has been suggested that it may have referred to the descent of the sign of Taurus below the horizon for a portion of the year, which would have been seen as the “death” of the Bull of Heaven. Our ancestors, from ancient times almost all the way up to the present day, believed that certain groups of stars, particularly those that fall on the ecliptic or Earth’s orbital path, had influence on human destiny. There are various zodiacs from the many cultures around the world—from China, India, the ancient Celts, and even the Americas. There were solar zodiacs with 12 signs and lunar zodiacs with 13 signs. And the Egyptian zodiac, which we’ll have occasion to discuss later on, had even more signs and symbols.

For future reference, simply because the signs appear often in both ancient myths and art and it is useful to know them in order to draw the connections, the signs of the Western zodiac (beginning with the one that supposedly currently begins the astrological year) are as follows: Aries—The Ram—FIRE (March 21-April 20) According to some texts, the ram was sacred to Amon, a god in the Egyptian pantheon whose worship became prominent at about the time the sun would have moved into the Age of Aries. Taurus—The Bull—EARTH (April 21-May 21) The bull was sacred to the ancient cultures that worshipped the Great Goddess or Great Mother. See for example the associations with the Bull of Heaven in the myths of Inanna and Gilgamesh. It has been suggested that this association of the Great Goddess with the bull is why goddesses are often shown in iconography with horned headdresses bearing the moon. The bull is also associated with Mithraism, probably as a connection of the sun with the sign during the Age of Taurus. This is one of the four signs that represent the four corners of the universe in both ancient and Christian iconography.

Gemini—The Twins—AIR (May 22-June 21) Associated in Greek mythology with the story of Castor and Pollex, twin sons of the mortal woman Leda and the god Zeus, who came to her in the form of a swan. When Castor was killed, Pollex asked to die, too; they were allowed to spend part of their time in Hades and part in the heavens, where as twin stars they are patrons of sailors. Cancer—The Crab—WATER (June 22-July 22) This sign is associated with the influence of the moon, which controls the tides and women’s menses. Water is sometimes associated with the unconscious, so the crab is often associated with the content of the unconscious. A variant of the crab in Egyptian mythology is the scarab beetle.

Leo—The Lion—FIRE (July 23-August 23) Sometimes associated with the influence of the sun, this sign is represented in iconography in the lion-bodied sphinx wherever it appears (e.g., on the Giza plain in Egypt; in the story of Oedipus, etc.) This is one of the four signs that represent the four corners of the universe in both ancient and Christian iconography. Virgo—The Virgin—EARTH (August 24-September 23) Associated with the virgin goddesses of antiquity, this sign was chosen by the Catholic Church for the date of celebration of the Ascension of the Virgin Mary. Libra—The Scales—AIR (September 24-October 23) The scales are often associated with the concept of justice. In Egyptian mythology, for example, the goddess Mayet, or Maat, listened to the confessions of the dead in the Judgment Hall of the Egyptian underworld. She then weighed the heart of the deceased individual against a feather; if the heart was light, the individual was judged to be without sin and was thus allowed to go to Osiris, King of the Egyptian underworld, before going on to the land of the blessed.

The Greeks also pictured the concept of justice as a female with balance scales, and that image has carried over into modern iconography in many halls of justice. Scorpio—The Scorpion/Serpent/Eagle—WATER (October 24-November 22) This is the only sign that actually has three iconographic symbols to represent it. The scorpion and the serpent both have poisonous bites. Virtually, all associations of serpents in Western mythology are related to this sign. The eagle is considered to be the energy of this sign transcendent, i.e., it signifies the individual who has eliminated the trappings and desires of ego. Associations with winged-serpents in ancient mythology derive from this connection. Scorpio is associated with hidden knowledge, mysticism, and prophecy. It is one of the four signs that represent the four corners of the universe in both ancient and Christian iconography. Sagittarius—The Archer—FIRE (November 23-December 21) Generally viewed as a centaur, this sign is associated with the mythical Chiron, who was a teacher in Greek mythology of Achilles, Actaeon, and Aesculapius, Father of Medicine.

Chiron was a centaur, half man, half horse, renowned for his wisdom. He was immortal, but was at one point accidentally wounded. Zeus allowed him to die, and in one version of the story, Chiron traded his suffering and his life for that of Prometheus. Capricorn—The Goat—EARTH (December 22-January 20) Sometimes associated with the god Pan, this sign is often pictured with a goat’s head and body and a fish tail, thus signifying the ability to climb to the highest peaks or swim to the deepest depths of the Earth. Aquarius—The Water Bearer—AIR (January 21-February 19) This sign is often represented by a man pouring water from a large urn. It is one of the four signs that represent the four corners of the universe in both ancient and Christian iconography. (The animals that represented the four corners in Mesopotamia and Egypt differed from those in the Greek zodiac, but the idea was much the same.) The Age of Aquarius, which humanity is just entering, is expected to demonstrate open-mindedness, conscious evolution, and a balanced partnership society.

Pisces—The Fish—WATER (February 20-March 20) A symbol of sacrifice. The avatar of the Piscean Age was Jesus the Christ. Early Christians identified themselves to each other by making a sign that looked like a fish. Sagittarius The Archer – Star Sign Style SHOP A Mythical Creature – The Centaur… We know that the adventurous, free-spirited Sagittarius is represented by the Archer, half-man, half-horse he can be spotted galloping around myths and legends! So how did the association start and what does it mean about stellar Saggys character? Boundless energy? Perhaps! The Mythology of Sagittarius the Archer… Chiron the centaur was half man, half horse and guided Jason and the Argonauts. In Greek mythology, centaurs were adventurous, brave, and wise; they were also given to brawling and uncivilized behavior. The Sagittarian nature could be said to be somewhat un-civilised, a human soul still evolving from animal incarnation. Saggy is intrinsically linked to spiritual wanderings and aspirations. Sagittarius is shown as an arrow shooting from a bow in the zodiac glyph.

This is the Archers arrow ready to fly straight to the sky with an optimistic desire to go high. It shows the energy of seeking a higher purpose, adventure and abundance. Art For Sagittarius The Archer Myths of the greek Zodiac Taurus (April 21 - May 21) The next sign of the greek zodiac is the constellation of Taurus (bull), associated with the legend of Theseus and the Minotaur. According to myth, Theseus volunteered to be one of the youths from Athens who would be offered as food to the horrible monster Minotaur (half man, half bull) who stayed in Crete, in the labyrinth. But, when he was there and with the help of Ariadne, the legendary hero managed to kill the beast and thus relieve his city Athens from the terrible punishment imposed by the Cretan king Minos. Gemini (May 22 - June 21) The constellation of Gemini is the next sign of the greek zodiac. It is linked with the story of the twin brothers Castor and Polydeuces (Pollux in latin). Actually, they were not twins in the ordinary sense, since they had different fathers.

Their story starts when Zeus , king of the gods, wanted to have an affair with Leda, the lovely queen of Sparta. In order to fool her, he transformed himself into a beautiful swan. In the course of time, Leda bore two eggs: One of them contained a baby girl named Helen (the same one who later was the cause of the Trojan War ) and a boy boy called Pollux. These two were the divine children of Zeus. The other egg opened up to reveal another girl and boy, Clytemnestra (who later became the wife of Agamemenon, the military leader of the Greeks in the Trojan War) and Castor. These were the mortal children of king Tyndareus, the legitimate husband of Leda. Despite the fact that one brother was divine and the other mortal, the twins Castor and Pollux grew to be inseparable. They did everything together and they loved each other dearly. Because they were so close, they were called by one name; the Dioscuri. As they were growing, they both loved all kinds of sport. Pollux was particularly good at boxing, while Castor was renowned for his skill and daring on horseback.

Cancer (June 22 - July 23) The constellation of the greek zodiac known as Cancer (Crab), is linked with the second labor of the mighty hero Hercules , when he was assigned by Eurystheus to kill Lerna Hydra, a horrible water snake with a hundred heads. As the story goes , in the midst of Hercules' struggle, Hera , who was the hero's worst enemy, ordered a giant crab to go and help the Hydra by digging its claws into Hercules' foot. Howling with pain, the hero stamped on the crab furiously, crushing it to death. Hera, being grateful for its support and in recognition of its attempt to help her, honored the crab by placing its image among the stars, as the constellation of Cancer. Leo, the fifth constellation of the greek zodiac, is linked with Hercules' very first labor, the capture of the Nemean Lion . According to the myth, Hercules finally managed to kill the beast by strangling it to death. Then, he skinned the lion and took its pelt to wear it. He was then quite protected from his enemies, as the skin could not be penetrated from any known weapon of the time whether made of iron, bronze or stone.

After its death, the famous lion was put on the sky by Zeus, to become the constellation of Leo. Libra (September 24 - October 23) The stars that form the golden scales of Libra lie halfway around the band of the greek zodiac, between Virgo and Scorpio. Day and night are equal when the sun passes through the constellation of Libra. The scales are a symbol of balance and equity. More specifically, the scales were considered to be the symbol of Dike , meaning Justice, who was a minor goddess of the Underworld. The fact that the ancient greeks gave Libra a prominent place in the sky, signifies that they considered justice, equity and balance in general, to be the moral cornerstones of an ideal way of living. Scorpio (October 24 - November 22) The eighth constellation of the greek zodiac is the one with the name Scorpio. The story of the scorpion is connected with different versions of stories that involve the mighty hunter Orion - a hero who is represented by another familiar group of stars. Orion was said to be the tallest and the most handsome man of the then known world.

He was often seen hunting in the woods and hills of ancient Greece with his pack of dogs. His constellation shows him striding across the heavens flourishing a gleaming sword on his bejeweled belt. Many of the stories concerning the constellations of Orion and Scorpio reflect the annual rising and setting of their constellations, which appear to pursue each other across the sky. One story tells how Gaia had sent the scorpion to sting Orion, in order to punish him for being too boastful, claiming that he was so mighty that he could easily rid the whole earth of all beasts and creatures. As soon as the scorpion was released from the breast of Gaia, it immediately stung Orion and its deadly venom sent him straight to his death. The scorpion was set up on the sky by Gaia to mark her victory, while goddess Artemis , who had loved Orion, placed his image on the sky as well, forming his own constellation. Because Orion had cared so much for his hunting dog, Artemis also put up a star for his dog: This is Sirius, the brightest star in the heavens. There is another story about Orion and the scorpion.

One day, when Orion was out in the woods, he caught sight of seven beautiful sisters, the daughters of Atlas and Pleione. Orion loved them all at first sight and began to chase after them. The sisters, however, were terrified and cried out to Zeus to save them. Zeus heard their pleas and helped them by turning them first into doves, so they could fly away from Orion, and then into the seven stars which are now called Pleiades. According to myth, Orion was stung by the scorpion as a punishment for chasing the seven sisters. Zeus decided that the constellations of Orion and the Pleiades were arranged in the heavens, so that it seemed that Orion was in constant pursuit of the seven sisters, without ever becoming successful, just as the Scorpio seems always to be chasing Orion, without ever touching him. The constellation of Sagittarius (the archer),depicts a creature called centaur, which has the body and head of a man and the hindquarters of a horse . He is named after Cheiron, the most famous and king of the centaurs. He was semi-divine, as he was the son of god Poseidon .

He was taught by god Apollo and goddess Artemis , and from them he learned both wisdom and spirituality. He dwelt in a cave high up in the rocky, snowy sides of Mount Pelion. He was the oldest and wisest of all the centaurs and very strong. In fact, he was so famous, that many kings had trusted their sons to teach them. Among the most famous of his students were Hercules , and Jason, who later became the leader of the argonauts . As the myth goes, Cheiron was destined to suffer a gruesome death: When Hercules was returning home to Tiryns after killing the Erymanthian Boar , he had a violent encounter with some drunken centaurs, which he managed to drive away near the place where Cheiron lived. By accident, however, one of the poisonous arrows that Hercules used to defend himself from his attackers, went astray and hit his old teacher. Cheiron, being semi-divine, would not die, having to suffer an excrutiating pain, because of the poison. He was in such an agony, that Zeus himself felt sorry for the poor centaur and permitted him to give up his divine status and give it to Prometheus, the creator of the human race.

So, Cheiron finally was let to die, relieved from the intolerable pain that was inflicted on him from the wound. The constellation of the greek zodiac by the name of Capricorn, is as strange as that of Sagittarius. It is a sea god, with the head and half the body of a goat, and the tail of a fish. The story of Capricorn is associated with the birth of Zeus, the father of all gods. As the story goes , when Rhea gave birth to baby Zeus, she feared that her cruel husband Cronus would devour her child, just as he did with the previous ones that she gave birth to. So, she secretly took her child to Crete, where he was safely kept in a cave on Mount Dicte. There, he was nursed and cared for by Amaltheia, whose name means "tender". She was a goat nymph, and she looked after baby Zeus with the greatest love and devotion, feeding him on her own rich milk and sweet lavender-scented honey. Zeus's golden cradle was hung high upon a tree so that Cronus would never find him in Heaven or Earth, or even in the ocean.

When Zeus later became the lord of the universe , he did not forget his goat-mother, Amaltheia, who had nursed him so lovingly. He took one of her horns and turned it into the horn of plenty, which is always filled with whatever delicious food or drink its owner may wish for, and is never empty. Finally, in recognition of all she had done for him, she set her image among the rest of stars on the greek zodiac, as the constellation of Capricorn. Aquarius (January 21 - February 19) The constellation of Aquarius shows a person pouring water out of a jug. It is thought that the story behind this group of stars is that of Ganymede. Ganymede was the son of king Tros, after whom Troy was named. The young prince was the most exquisite and handsome youth that ever lived, and was adored and admired by both gods and mortals. Zeus , who was especially fond of beautiful people, was totally infatuated with Ganymedes's external appearance. Thinking it would be appropriate for so handsome a mortal as Ganymede to live with the gods, the mighty god disguised himself as an enormous eagle.

He then flew down to Earth, captured the handsome youth and brought him up to Olympus. Up there on the heavenly palace, Zeus had to find a job for his young protegee. So, he decided that Ganymede should be given the special honor of being his personal cupbearer. The position was considered to be highly distinguished, since the person who was assigned the duty of the cupbearer, was responsible for pouring into the glasses of the olympians the divine drink called nectar. This was the special drink that bestowed on the gods their eternal youth and vigor. Zeus was forever fond of his cupbearer. So, he honored him by giving him a prominent position on the greek zodiac, as the constellation of Aquarius. Pisces (February 20 - March 20) The image of the two fish swimming in different directions make the constellation of Pisces. Aphrodite , the goddess of love and beauty, was thought to be the source of inspiration for this particular constellation being set in the stars. After Zeus had fought his father, Cronus, he defeated the race of the giants, who were the children of Gaia, the mother earth .

In revenge for the destruction of her children, Gaia gave birth to a horrible monster, called Typhon. He was the largest and most frighening creature ever born. From the thighs down he was a mass of coiled snakes, while his arms were so long that when he spread them out he reached a hundred leagues each way. Let loose by his mother Gaia, Typhon thundered towards the Olympian home of the gods, declaring war on all of them. The gods hurried to disguise themselves, in the hope that the horrible creature would not find them: Zeus took the image of a ram; Hera , became a white cow; Artemis became a cat; Hermes turned into an ibis, while Ares became a wild boar. Lastly, the goddess Aphrodite and her son Eros, dived deep into the ocean and took the shape of twin fish. When the fierce monster was finally captured by Zeus and all of the olympians were transformed back to their original form, Aphrodite, being grateful to the fish who had lended their form to her and her son when they were in distress, put up their image on the night sky. Thus, Pisces became the last constellation of the greek zodiac.

Find your answers within the Zodiac Astrology teaches us to embrace the highest vision our soul has imagined for us. Once we learn to embrace ourselves just as we are, we unlock our greatest potential for success in this life. Astrologer Eric Hughes expertly guides you to your inner flame via your astrology birth chart. Sagittarius Legends Sagittarius Legends Sagittarius is undoubtedly one of the more colorful members of the zodiac, and there are various legends associated with this sign. Learn about the centaur and the archer, and see why Sagittarius is such a character. Popular Tales of Sagittarius The Centaur The centaur is one of the most fanciful of all the zodiac representatives. A mythical creature that combines the head and upper torso of a man with the body of a horse, the centaur has enjoyed a rather dubious reputation. On one hand, these creatures were portrayed as sexual predators obsessed with exercising their passions on unsuspecting females. They were also said to have a love for drinking, fighting and carousing across the countryside whenever and wherever the mood took them. In other accounts, centaurs were filled with wisdom and a passion for philosophy that they were willing to share with humans and gods alike.

These two distinct natures of the centaur are perfectly represented in the half- human, half-animal creature. Each side seems to vie for control. The Legend of Crotus The centaur is associated with various old world legends . One such legend from the Greeks surrounds a centaur known as Crotus. Crotus was believed to be the offspring of a union between Pan and Eupheme. He was either a half-brother or foster brother to the nine Muses. By most accounts, Crotus was actually more of a satyr than a centaur. He had just two legs, those of a goat, and a horse's tail. It's believed that Crotus created the first bow by bending a piece of wooden and securing one end to the other with a string. This part of the legend gives rise to another portrayal of Sagittarius as an archer. Crotus is also attributed as the originator of clapping to show appreciation at the end of a pleasing performance, a habit he took up while being entertained by the Muses. The Legend of Chiron The Romans told the story of Chiron, another famous centaur believed to be associated with Sagittarius legends.

Chiron was actually the king of the centaurs and a more noble beast than the randy revelers centaurs have often been portrayed as. It's also said that he was the son of Saturn and a half-brother to Zeus. Chiron was well educated and served as a tutor to the young hero Jason prior to his quest for the golden fleece. Chiron also was responsible for influencing the warrior Achilles as a youth, teaching him important skills and helping him develop that famous strength that would make him nearly invincible until a single arrow found the one vulnerable point in his heel and brought him down. There is some debate whether Crotus or Chiron is rightfully associated with Sagittarius, with most scholars recorded in favor of Crotus and instead assigning Chiron to the constellation of Centaurus. The following legend explains why. The Archer As mentioned earlier, other Sagittarius legends give rise to this sign often being portrayed as the archer. Aside from the legend of Crotus, this association also goes back to the story of Chiron. As the legend has it, Chiron was accidentally struck by a poisoned arrow let loose by the mighty Hercules while trying to rescue Prometheus.

Although Chiron was an immortal, the injury caused him untold suffering. Unable to escape the unbearable pain or endure the wound eternally, Chiron willingly gave up the gift of immortality and bestowed it upon Prometheus. The great god Zeus, wanting to memorialize the noble Chiron, decided to give the centaur his own constellation of stars. This way Chiron would be remembered whenever people contemplated the heavens. As circumstance would have it, Zeus included an arrow in that constellation, and so the centaur and the archer have been recorded together as one. The Glyph The glyph often used to represent Sagittarius also reflects the archer symbolism. It looks like an arrow with a crossbar at mid-shaft that most likely represents a bow. This arrow is always aimed toward the heavens, and it's thought to represent Sagittarius' lofty goals, high aspirations, and quest for wisdom. Legends Reveal a True Adventurer Many Sagittarius legends abound. Some often overlap from one culture to the next, but there is no doubt that the core of these tales provide a backdrop for a sign that is often recognized as the most adventurous and somewhat brash traveler of the western zodiac. Was this page useful?

A for Aquarius A for Aquarius A little nook for the weirdos of this world. Occasionally my views of other zodiac signs, but mostly focusing on the bearers of water. Mythical Creature and Zodiac Signs… Aries: Dragon Someone asked me to do this forever ago, finally got around to doing it. If you would like an explanation for one, feel free to send in an ask. Aries: Dragon I chose dragon for Aries, because of the obvious fire element relationship they have. Dragons breath fire, Aries is of the fire element. Although some dragons are depicted as breathing or controlling ice and water. Depending on what type of movie, fairy tale, etc. you’re looking at dragons represent different things. Sometimes they are brash and blunt and full of passion, which I think are obvious traits of an Aries. Sometimes they are shown as protectors of people or tribes, which Aries fiercely protect the people they truly care about. Dragons represent strength and bravery, two traits that are very strongly related to Aries. Overall, I thought the dragon was a good fit for the Aries sign.

Taurus: Dwarf So with many of my Taurus friends they are complete and utter goofballs on one hand, but on the other hand they’re super mature and I can go to them for anything and know that I can count on them to be there. That is what Dwarves symbolize in mythology. They are seen as mischievous and somewhat known for child like mannerisms and behaviors, but they’re also known for being the “guardian.” That’s how I see many Taurus people, this is influenced by their earth element, which makes them grounded and more mature in some ares than other signs. I also can’t help but make the connection of earth sign and how dwarves make their homes in the ground. I think that Taurus’s are the earthiest of the earth signs. Can I also mention that they are both known for the amount of food they eat! Gemini: Centaur I chose the Centaur for Gemini, because the symbol of Gemini is the twins. The centaur is made up of two different creatures. The human and the horse. Each twin represents the different side of the Gemini like the two parts of the Centaur.

The Centaur is a highly social creature and their pack of Centaurs mean a lot. In fact, being banished from the pack is one of the worst things a Centaur can suffer. Many Geminis seek the comfort of a group of friends for support in many different areas of their life. Centaurs are also highly intelligent creatures, in fact, besides their pack, their quest for knowledge is one of their most valued traits. Likewise, Gemini is also on the search for knowledge and their intelligence is one of their biggest traits. Cancer: Mermaid The biggest thing about Cancer is their emotions. Emotions, emotions, and more emotions. Many times, the Mermaid is a symbolism of passions and emotions overwhelming practical or literal sense. I think this is really representative of a Cancer. Although, sometimes an overwhelming of emotions isn’t necessarily a bad thing! Many of my Cancer friends are untamed, not in the sense that they are wild, but they go by their own rules and their own path, much like a mermaid. Mermaids frequently avoid settling, many of my Cancer friends have a hard time settling on one person, thing, path, etc. So I thought this was fitting for the Cancer.

Leo: Sphinx The Sphinx represents royalty and nobility. I think that Leo’s are very regal, they walk into a room and people stop and gravitate to them. They draw in people and crowds, just like royalty. Another aspect of Leo’s are their mysteriousness, a lot of people say that Leo’s are open books, I tend to disagree, I think they are quite hard to read, and they usually put on a front for people. You have to really get to know a Leo to get under the mystery. A symbol of being a sphinx is mystery. Sphinx are also related to the sun or various sun gods, Leo’s planet/star is the sun, but they also tend to light up the room or people they are with. Virgo: Faun So the Faun is a manifestation of the forest, which goes along with Virgos element of earth. But many Virgos I know are very free spirited people or hippies (I’m not saying all, but the majority.) I think this is also interested, because of the forest aspect, as Virgos are children of the forest. Fauns are associated with trickery. In this sense, I stretched this symbol just a bit.

I feel like a lot of the time Virgos portray themselves very differently than how they are supposed to act according to traditional astrology. So they’re tricky. Another aspect of Fauns are that they are old sensuality symbols. it’s weird to think about, considering that Virgos are earth signs and most people stereotype the earth signs as being rather dull, but Virgo is a very sensual sign, given that I thought this was good mythical creature. Libra: Hippogriff The Hippogriff is an ancient symbol of love. Libras planet is Venus, the planet of love. Libras are very sensual, loving signs, so I thought it was only fitting to assign them a mythical creature who’s symbol was love. More than love, they represent impossible love. I think this is important, because Libras go out of their way to help as many people come together as possible. They’re very much about everyone being happy and together peacefully. Scorpio: Vampire Moody, brooding, secretive, mysterious, dark, sexy, sexual, etc. etc. etc. I think Scorpio for Vampire is a very obvious choice. But I think underneath all the dark and sexy aura the Scorpio likes to give off, there is a sense of vulnerability there.

Not so much with older vampires, but with modern vampires, say Bela Lugosi and forward, there’s a sense of vulnerability and sensitivity. The audience only sees this of course once we get a little further into the movie, likewise, with the Scorpio, you’re not going to see anything vulnerable about them until you know them. AND I MEAN KNOW THEM. Sagittarius: Chimera So I chose Chimera for Sagittarius, because honestly, that’s what I see Sagittarius as. A mix of different personalities rolled up into one for a very fun time. My Sag friends are like one personality one second and another the next. Another aspect of the Chimera is that they breath fire, because Sagittarius is a fire element sign, I also thought that was very fitting. Chimera to some symbolizes friendship or a collective, most Sags are very much about making as many friends as possible and surrounding themselves with excitement. Capricorn: Pegasus The most important symbolism of Pegasus is wisdom. Most Capricorns are intelligent, but I also believe Capricorns know what to do in most situations, their mature, and they know how people should go about something.

Many Capricorns are old souls, which I think goes a long with the wisdom symbol. Pegasus is also known as being a warrior. Capricorns are known for being fighters, they’ll fight for what they want no matter what. Aquarius: Elf The reason why I chose Elf for Aquarius was for several different reasons. Most elves are seen as very stoic, detached, and dare I say snooty. Most Aquas are seen as such by other signs. We are very stoic, emotionless, and some times seem like we’re on a high horse ON THE SURFACE. But elves are very loyal creatures, once that have an attachment to something they are with that person or thing for a life time, most of the time Aquas are loyal to a fault with someone or something. We are also a very intellectual signs, most elves are known for hoarding knowledge and secrets and facts. I thought that went along with us very nicely. We are also a very curious sign and elves are very curious as well. Many fairy tales show elves to always be out on adventures for the sake of adventures. Elves very rarely sit and do nothing, they’re very proactive, as are we.

There are several other reasons, but here are just a few. Pisces: Banshee I had a hard time choosing for Pisces. Most Pisces are associated with mermaids, but I personally feel that mermaids fit better with Cancer than Pisces. So I went with Banshee. Most legends describe the Banshee as an ethereal, dreamy like fairy that wanders through the woods. I think one of the big things about Pisces are that they have this dreamy, ethereal nature about them as well. They kind of wander through life with their head in the clouds. Another aspect is that the Banshee wails when someone is about to die, so I kind of stretched this trait a little bit. The Banshee wailed for people that she wanted to protect, very specific Irish family, I feel like Pisces is very protective over the people they care about. Banshees are usually seen around river or other water areas and given that the Pisces is a water sign, I thought the elements matched. Someone asked me to do this forever ago, finally got around to doing it. If you would like an explanation for one, feel free to send in an ask. The Zodiac Is So Much More Awesome with Bad Ass Monsters!

| moviepilot.com The Zodiac Is So Much More Awesome with Bad Ass Monsters! December 14, 2016 at 05:41AM By Karly Rayner , writer at Creators.co Editor/Senior staff writer | Movie Pilot's celebrity savant. If you thought astrology was only for superstitious middle-aged women in kaftans and filling column inches in trashy magazines, think again. The iconography behind the twelve signs of the zodiac is actually pretty damned awesome and artist Damon Hellandbrand has reimagined every one of them as a bad ass monster. So, come with me and meet your newly revamped sign and see what the artist's rendering says about your character. Aries (March 21 - April 20) Aries is traditionally represented by the ram, hence this statuesque beast's intimidating horns and hooves. People born under this sign are said to be adventurous, versatile, lively and passionate, but it's best to avoid getting on their bad side because these guys can also be confrontational, impulsive and stubborn. I should know, because I am one!

Taurus (April 21 - May 21) Taurus is traditionally represented by the bull, which shouldn't need any explaining after you've swept your eyes over the image above. People born under Taurus are generous, dependable and down to earth personalities, but they can have problems with being lazy, self-indulgent and materialistic. Gemini (May 22 - June 21) Gemini is traditionally represented by twins which is why you get two terrifying pyramid heads for the price of one in the image above! Gemini people are adjustable, enthusiastic and often possess a cracking sense of humor to boot. On the flip side, Gemini's can be inconstant with a lack of direction in their life. Cancer (June 22 - July 22) Cancer is derived from the Greek for crayfish or crab, hence the plethora of legs on the monster above. People born under the sign of cancer are said to be creative, loving and emotional individuals, but they are also prone to being overemotional, pessimistic and clingy. Leo (July 23 - August 22) There are no prizes for guessing what Leo is represented by on the zodiac wheel!

Leos are known for being kind-hearted, energetic and optimistic people who are well liked by their peers. It's not all roses for Leos though, they can also be arrogant, headstrong, and domineering. Virgo (August 23 - September 23) Virgo is traditionally represented by a virginial young teenager, but the artist has gone for a more powerful depiction in this awesome series. Virgos are said to be the quiet introspective individuals of the zodiac who are practical and analytical in nature. Virgo born people are often criticized for being judgemental of others, fussy, and tactless. Libra (September 24 - October 23) The sign of Libra is traditionally represented by the weighing scales which represent balance and justice. As well as being well-balanced individuals, Libra's are charming people with a love of romance and a good sense of diplomacy. On the flip side, Libra's can seem detached, unreliable, and superficial. Scorpio (October 24 - November 22) The name kind of gives away what creepy crawly is used to represent Scorpio in the zodiac wheel!

People born under the sign of Scorpio are strong-willed people who can come across as being intriguingly mysterious. They are also said to be brave and focused. On the more negative side of things, Scorpios can be jealous and secretive people who know how to hold a grudge. Sagittarius (November 23 - December 21) Sagittarius is represented by the mighty Centaur in traditional depictions and this sign has a strong forthright personality to match. Sagittarius people are straight-forward, optimistic and philosophical with a strong sense of right and wrong. Their optimism can make Saggitarius' careless, over-confident and inconstant though. Capricorn (December 22 - January 20) Capricorns are traditionally represented by an aquatic goat like creature that is mysterious in its origins. If you're born under Capricorn, chances are you are a stable person who is practical, disciplined and patient. Although the Capricorn personality is generally peaceful they are not above being moody, stubborn and self-centered. Aquarius (January 21 - February 19) Aquarius is traditionally represented as a water pourer, but why draw that when you could have a badass octopus?!

Aquarius people tend to be popular because they are accepting of others and they are friendly, loyal, and inventive individuals. On a negative side, Aquarius' are known for their 'all or nothing' attitude which can make them unpredictable, inconsistent, and stubborn. Pisces (February 20 - March 20) Pisces is traditionally represented by two fish who are connected together and they are known for being the most intuitive and emotional sign of the zodiac. Pisces' are selfless, sensitive and imaginative people who will go out of their way to help others. On the other hand, their soft nature can make them weak-willed, oversensitive and pessimistic. Poll Do you think your star sign description sounds like you? Yes, it's uncanny!

I think a few bits match, but I don't agree with all of it No, it's nothing like me Zodiac Signs - Signs As Mythical Creatures - Wattpad Signs As Mythical Creatures Aries: Dragon (Fiery, Assertive, Domineering.) Taurus: Forest Fairy (Earthy, Loving, Creative.) Gemini: Shapeshifter (Ability to change from / Mindset suddenly.) Cancer: Werewolf (Ruled by the moon, Pack-Mentality, Loyal.) Leo: Phoenix (Associated with the Sun, Fire and Royalty.) Virgo: Unicorn (Symbol of Purity and Grace, Helpful / Healers.) Libra: Angel (Values Harmony and Peace, Loving.) Scorpio: Vampire (Dark, Passionate, intense.) Sagittarius: Centaur (Strong, Adventurous) Capricorn: Goblin (Serious, Methodical, Mischievous, Ambitious.) Aquarius: Witch (Inventive, Rebellious, Original.) Pisces: Mermaid (Dreamy, Ethereal, Water / Fish sign.) A/N: Once again Dedicated to @anime_geek28 for dis idea also... Thank u! Yurp... So... Yea... Anywho

Question: Which sign of the zodiac is represented by a mythical centaur?
Answer: SAGITTARIUS