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Leo Quickfacts
| Here’s a fact sheet about your sign. It gives a lot of quick answers at a glance. These little tidbits of information regarding your sign can help you understand some of the ways you act and react to situations. For those reading about someone else’s sign, these bullet statements can help with everything from choosing an appropriate gift or seeing if they’ll fit |
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| Glyph description and meaning: The glyph for Leo may at first seem confusing until the symbology is studied. First, it is the Greek symbol for the first letter of “Leo.” The curved line also alludes to the two valves of the human heart. |
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| Ancient symbology puts it as two incomplete circles of the Sun which are joined by a crescent Moon. This symbolizes power garnered from emotion and intellect. Ruling Planet: Leo is ruled by the Sun, the closest Star to our planet. We can see the intense energy of the Sun in the solar flares, protuberances, and the solar winds; not to mention the fantastic images of power coming through from SOHO. The sun burns with intense fire, supplying the Earth with the necessary energy to sustain life. Bestowing the traits of vitality and authority in its warming rays, the Sun is the most powerful of the planetary influences. Placement and Symbology of placement in the Zodiac: Leo is the 5th sign of the Zodiac. As the Fifth sign Leo begins the rotation of their cycle through the elements. It’s connection to the Sun continues with it’s associated element of Fire. Duality: Duality in Western Astrology is much like Yin/Yang energy in the Eastern Tradition. The idea of opposites comes from the Pythagorean School of Ancient Greece. Leos are positive masculine male energy at its best. Leos are powerful and expansive in their personality and themselves. Their positive forcefulness and genuine personality gets them through many situations less forceful personalities would quail in with shining colors! Polarity: The sign that is opposite the Zodiac Wheel from Leo is Aquarius. Where Leo is focused on creativity and pleasure, Aquarius carries those traits to the outer realm of higher aspirations of mankind. Where Leo will figure out how to make himself most comfortable; Aquarius will find a way to make it more comfortable for everyone. Paired together they create a nearly unbeatable team! Cardinal/Mutable/Fixed A Sign is either Cardinal, Mutable or Fixed. Powerful Leo is definitely a Fixed sign. Once he makes up his mind to do something, it is nearly impossible to hold him back. Not willing to be very negotiative on the main, Leos tend to be dogmatic and fixed in their opinions. Dominant Keywords Nothing else but “I WILL” would serve for Leo. It is through your desire that you can and do make things happen, it is through your *will* that you create your reality. Most Likeable Trait There’s always something going on. With a Leo in your life, it is never dull. Whether coming up with games to play with the songs on the radio or throwing themselves wholeheartedly into parlor games at a baby shower, wherever the Leo is, laughter and fun are sure to follow! Lucky Day Leos, subject to the Sun, by extension are aligned with Sunday for their lucky day. This makes Sunday a good day for new projects, planning, strategizing (okay, well as close to strategizing as a Leo gets – you are known for doing things on the spur of the moment)! Danger Due to their exuberant natures Leos tend to provoke people without realizing they are doing so. To the Leo it just seems like the right thing to do or say, they can be totally mystified why or how someone could have taken offense. Leos can be a little overbearing and challenging. This tendency of not seeing warning signs in others can get Leos into uncomfortable scrapes. Leos seem to be a prime target of the slanderous words of others because they are not afraid to put themselves in the forefront. Cities and Countries Leo nature, Hollywood is there! Besides the city which grew with the silver screen, Damascus, Prague and Rome are long associated with the Lion. A Leo would purr contentedly at a vacation touring the wineries of France or Italy, or even looking at the old historical sites of Romania. Element A fiery Leo is just that - a sign of Fire. Impulsive, quick to flame, long to linger once the flames are started, Leo embraces it’s element of Fire. Their gregarious nature and outgoing style attract people to their inner light. Metal Nothing but the soft warm glow of polished gold for the Leo. Although a Leo may understand and appreciate the glory and majesty in a gold nugget, the typical lion would prefer a finished piece. Creative by nature they are appreciative of the creativity of the gold smith! |
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Magical Birthstone Stone Some say that long ago the ruby was associated with the Lion because their eyes glowed red. Others put the link to the red blood of the prey on the fur of the giant feline after feeding. Wherever the association originated, the ruby is the magical birthstone for Leo. Protecting against unfaithfulness |
| and personal injury the ruby can help the inattentive Leo to focus and achieve clarity of mind. Stones of Power: Unlike your magical birthstone these stones are the stones for you to use when working with crystals or stone energy. Topaz and Sardonyx are the perfect jewelry gift for your favorite Leo. Special Color: Only the colors of the Sun itself are bright enough to represent this courageous sign…gold and orange are colors sure to make Leo shine. Flowers Although complicated themselves, the flowers associated with Leos are simplicity and complexity incarnate – we all know them: Sunflowers and Marigolds. Remember the life sustaining quality of the sun (and the sunflowers). Leo’s association with these flowers shows how Leos shine at all levels, high or low. Trees Leo is linked with the orange tree and all other citrus trees, but the orange is the most direct association. If you have a Leo friend who is down in the dumps, a small basket of brightly colored citrus fruit may be the perfect pick-me- up. Animals Felines all, large and small! From Snow Leopards and Snow Tigers, Mountain Lions and Panthers, to Jaguars, Bobcats, Lynx and the common household cat, Leo has an affinity with them all. The traits of pride and independence run through all these animals as well as the Leo personality! Myths and Legends As one of the “older” animals there are myriad myths, legends and fables linked to the lion. Aesop’s fables have many cats within the tales. The Great Sphinx has the body of the Lion. Lions have guarded gates in the flesh and in stone for millennia. Loyal, steadfast, strong and exuberant, Lion is a magnificent animal and brings to those of its sign many of his majestic traits. Famous People Some say that Leos suffer from an “overabundance” of personality. Although they can be overpowering at times, maybe even misdirected; their tenacity, force, and will are a power to be seen. |
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Sign Name: Leo, the Lion |
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