Astrology is based on the relationship between constellations and people. Although it is an ancient discipline that cultures such as the Indians or the Aztecs historically developed, the scientific community has constantly relegated it by involving elements linked to the affective and emotional.
The word “astrology” is the study of the stars, since that is precisely what it is dedicated to: understanding how the position and movement of celestial bodies can influence both people and the events that occur in the world.
According to this knowledge, there are twelve zodiacal signs in the Western horoscope that are associated with different constellations. These are: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. All people are born under the influence of one of these signs, which conditions the way in which we develop, the energy that we display and the closeness or distance that other people generate for us. In addition, there are other influential factors, such as the time and place of birth, which define other aspects of our astral birth chart.
The signs can also be classified into four elements that represent different ways in which energy unfolds: Fire, Earth, Water and Air.
What are the characteristics of the signs?
The Fire Signs: Aries-Leo-Sagittarius
They are characterized by being innate, active, impulsive and self-confident leaders. They tend to be noted for their dominant and impetuous character, but they can be proud and impatient.
The Earth Signs: Taurus-Virgo-Capricorn
Earth signs are characterized by being practical and realistic. They tend to keep what they get and be very responsible.
The Air Signs: Gemini-Libra-Aquarius
They are naturally communicators, enjoying debating and planning, although they may have difficulty showing their feelings.
The Water Signs: Cancer-Scorpio-Pisces
They are characterized by being sensitive, emotional and intuitive people. Although they may be withdrawn out of shyness, deep down they are imaginative and dreamy.
Aries
The Arians have a greater affinity with the signs of Aquarius and Gemini, since they share energy, impulsiveness and passion with them. In friendship, with the signs of Leo and Sagittarius they are united by adventure, audacity and intellectuality. With those of Libra, who tend to be more romantic and emotional in general, they tend to have very passionate relationships.
On the other hand, due to their more traditional and sensitive temperament, they are not compatible with Cancer; those of Aries are more stubborn, restless and difficult to convince. In the same way, they do not usually get along with Capricorns either, generally more serious and rational than the bold Aries.
Taureans are more compatible with Cancer and Pisces, since their qualities of fidelity and understanding make them more akin to sensitive and calm signs. In addition, the bull stands out for its skin-deep sensuality and especially with Scorpio, relationships are usually very passionate.
In friendship, with Virgo and Capricorn they can come to understand each other with a few words but the possession of the bull means that they cannot be compatible with signs like Leo due to their dominant, authoritarian and vain nature.
When the air element of Gemini unites with the fire of Aries and Leo, an explosion of desire is generated. Due to their joviality and joy, they establish strong and free friendships with Libra and Aquarius. They like the challenge of improvising; together they are fun and curious.
On the other hand, with Sagittarius they establish a very passionate relationship, but not necessarily a lasting one since they tend to be unstable. In addition, their analytical character distances them from those of Virgo; like those of Pisces, with whom Gemini needs patience to accept his introversion.
Cancer
Those of Cancer are characterized by having deep emotions and needing security. For this reason, those of Virgo and Taurus (two earth signs) are the most compatible. With Scorpio and Pisces they are united by the element of water; by sharing the affective and emotional world they usually form inseparable friendships.
On the other hand, the innate sweetness of the crab passionately falls in love with Capricorns. But with Libra, the relationship becomes chaotic due to their grudges, their laziness and typical mood swings that unbalance their famous scales. Finally, being so sensitive and homely, they are not compatible with Aries either, with a more impulsive tone.
With Libra they understand each other from the beginning, since the lion knows how to keep the scales balanced and together they form a strong bond. With Geminis they enjoy meetings and social life, since Leos have great leadership skills and tend to stand out. With Sagittarius and Aries they are also united by enthusiasm, optimism and fun.
The lion is usually more attracted to Aquarians, who also love the lion’s fieryness. Because of that brightness, they do not usually get along with Taurus, since the bull is always “with his feet on the ground.” In addition, Leos tend to have a difficult temperament as they are a bit arrogant.
Those of Virgo are quite distrustful, which is why the best relationships are established with Scorpio and Cancer, signs that easily open their hearts. The best friendships are established with those of Capricorn and Taurus because they know what they want and those of Virgo have the will to do it, generating simple and lasting friendships.
For their part, the relationship with Pisces is one of calculated passion, full of warmth and sweetness, combined with attention to the smallest detail.
With Geminis, the discussion is always about who has the last word, since both are governed more by the intellect than by feelings.
Pound
The Librian is very seductive, he falls in love with those of Leo and Sagittarius, two signs of fire. They are passionate, dreamy and have a strong personality, characteristics that Libra loves. They are excellent companions for those of Aquarius and Gemini, being of the air element and, therefore, curious, fun and sociable.
Plus, Libra brings versatility and imagination, stoking Aries’ fire and turning the relationship into pure passion. Like Cancer, they are demanding in coexistence and like to do things their way, which is why their relationship is difficult. Although not as much as with Capricorn, that she stands out for having a much stronger authority.
The scorpion is passionate and strong emotions, so it is better compatible with Capricorn and Virgo. With Pisces and Cancer they can be good friends, confidants and understanding, although these signs must take care not to hurt the scorpio with their instability.
In passion, they are magnets with bullfights: they attract each other even if they don’t want to. But the possessiveness of the scorpion is not compatible with the freedom of Aquarius, since they are very distrustful and analyze in depth.
Open-minded and always ready to live in a passionate and adventurous way, Sagittarius makes the best compatibility with Aquarius and Libra.
With Aries and Leo they are inseparable friends, also compatible to carry out any creative activity.
On the other hand, the air and vitality of Gemini next to the fire of Sagittarius explode with passion, although the inconstancy of both can quickly turn them off. Finally, those of Sagittarius are very idealistic and restless, they can even be capricious, for the realistic and practical Virgo, for which they do not usually get along very well.
Capricorn
Capricorn finds it difficult to surrender for fear of being hurt, which is why Scorpio and Pisces, being two sensitive signs, make a good compatibility.
They make excellent friends with Taurus and Virgo because their similar interests unite them deeply. In passion, attraction subjects them to Cancer.
On the contrary, his persevering, prudent and methodical character is not complemented by the risky, impatient and disorderly Aries.
The Aquarian, being original, unpredictable and passionate, is compatible with the Arians and Sagittarians, with whom he enjoys incredible adventures.
With their friendly attitude and creative ideas, Aquarians are confidants of Geminis and share many intellectual interests with Libras.
On the other hand, the Aquarian air gives breath to Leo’s fire that pursues him for his special charm. He is original, progressive and innovative, totally opposite to the conservative, traditional and everyday of the Taurino. He also does not get along well with Scorpio because he cannot understand his freedom and impulsiveness.
Pisceans are very compatible with Capricorn and Taurus, who transmit security and confidence to these legal and homely dreamers. They are very romantic, thoughtful and sweet.
With Cancer and Scorpio they are great friends and share a free and artistic spirit. With Virgo the relationship is passionate, contrary to the link with Sagittarius, which stands out for its more timid, calm and spiritual character.
Pisceans are pure emotion, tenderness and dedication, which is why they do not get along well with Gemini, rational, logical and dispersed.
It is worth clarifying that all these relationships do not define links. Love is stronger and therefore there is no zodiac sign that can define it. However, it is interesting to analyze that there are certain similarities with reality and that we can effectively relate certain characteristics to aspects of our life and our relationships.
If you are really interested in finding out more about how the signs influence your life, it is best to contact an astrologer. He will know how to read your astral chart according to the moment of your life and from the date, the place and the time in which you were born. There is much to discover through this interesting form of self-knowledge.