The Zodiac is a belt of the heavens extending about on either side of the ecliptic, the plane of Earth’s orbit and the Sun’s apparent annual path. The system we use today is a fascinating blend of Babylonian mathematics and Greek mythology.
The Twelve Signs
The Zodiac is divided into twelve equal segments, each named after a constellation the Sun passes through during the year.
| Sign | Symbol | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Aries | The Ram | Fire |
| Taurus | The Bull | Earth |
| Gemini | The Twins | Air |
| Cancer | The Crab | Water |
| Leo | The Lion | Fire |
| Virgo | The Virgin | Earth |
| Libra | The Scales | Air |
| Scorpio | The Scorpion | Water |
| Sagittarius | The Archer | Fire |
| Capricorn | The Goat | Earth |
| Aquarius | The Water Bearer | Air |
| Pisces | The Fish | Water |
