Aries, The Ram
Aries, The Ram, is the first sign of the zodiac, which runs from March 21st to April 20th every year.
Western astrology is based on the Sign of the Zodiac under which a person was born. The term "zodiac" is used in Astronomy to mean the ring of constellations that lines the ecliptic, which is the apparent path of the Sun across the sky over the course of the year.
Western astrology divides the year in to 12 segments, and the names given to these 12 segments are called the "Signs of the Zodiac". Each one is named after the animal or object shaped patterns of stars in the part of the zodiac that the sun passes through during that segment of the year.
Western astrology associates characteristics and character traits, both positive and negative, with a typical person born under each sign of the zodiac. These characteristics and character traits may not fully apply to everyone born under that sign.
Aries Characteristics
Aries is a masculine, or positive, sign, so Aries people tend to be spontaneous and self-expressive.
Aries is a Fire sign, so Aries people tend to be lively and aggressive.
Aries is one of the Cardinal signs, which are the signs of dynamic change, movement, and great vitality. Aries people tend to have these characteristics.
Aries Character Traits
According to Astrology Insight, people born under Aries tend to have these character traits:
- Positive traits: adventurous, energetic, pioneering, courageous, enthusiastic, confident, dynamic, and quick-witted
- Negative traits: selfish, quick tempered, impulsive, impatient, foolhardy, and daredevil
Influence of Chinese Zodiac Signs on Aries
Read about how the characteristics and character traits of people under Aries are influenced by the Animals of Chinese Zodiac they were born under.
Aries Birthstone
Western astrology associates a birthstone with each sign of the zodiac. They are designed to support the strengths of the zodiac sign, and to compensate for its weaknesses.
Bloodstone is the birthstone for people born under the Aries zodiac sign. Bloodstones are a green variety of chalcedony, that is cryptocrystalline quartz, that contain red speckles. Bloodstones are associated with rebuilding inner strength, determination, self esteem, and spiritual tenacity.
Aries Planetary Ruler
The Ruler of each sign of the zodiac has a special potency in that sign, and has a more powerful influence over that sign when it is in the sign's part of the zodiac. The planetary ruler of Aries is Mars.
Aries Color
Red is the main color for people born under Aries. For more information, see Colors for the Signs of the Zodiac.
Aries Compatibility
Western astrology holds that the character traits for each sign of the zodiac determine if two people are compatible. People who trust in Western astrology often consider the compatibility of their zodiac signs before committing to a romantic relationship or to a business relationship.
Aries people are most compatible with the other Fire Signs: Leo and Sagittarius. They are also compatible with the Air Signs: Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius.
Horoscope for 2012 for Aries
2012 should be a good year for Aries people, provided that they work hard at both their careers and their relationships. Strengthening relationships and career progression should be evident by the latter half of the year. For a full horoscope for 2012, see Horoscope for the Aries Sign of the Zodiac.
The Signs of the Zodiac
The 12 signs of the zodiac are Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces.
Sources:
Mark Tibbits - A professional writer and educator who writes about Astrology, South Asia/China, the UK, the British Royal Family, and Religion.
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