Sagittarius
November 22 - December 21
Sagittarius represents the expansion of horizons. Following Scorpio's deep dive into the emotional underworld, Sagittarius shoots upward toward the light of truth. As the Mutable Fire sign, it spreads like wildfire across the land.
Understanding Sagittarius
Sagittarius is the archetype of the Philosopher, the Explorer, and the Gypsy. Jupiter's rulership gives legendary optimism, the desire to explore the unknown, and faith in the benevolence of the universe.
Fire Element
Fire signs are passionate, dynamic, and temperamental. They get angry quickly but forgive easily.
Mutable Modality
Adapters who embrace change. Sagittarius expresses fire energy in a mutable way.
Sagittarius Personality
Sagittarians are the truth-seekers of the Zodiac. They are honest, generous, and possess a broad, global vision. Their optimism allows them to bounce back from any failure. They are hilarious storytellers, inspiring teachers, and lifelong learners constantly seeking the meaning of life.
Strengths
Shadow Traits
Sagittarius in Love
Sagittarius needs a playmate, not a jailer. They view romance as an adventure and value freedom above all. They are thrilling lovers who are honest to a fault. To keep a Sagittarius, one must be willing to travel, debate, and give them a long leash.
Sagittarius Career & Work
Career Strengths
Sagittarius thrives in roles that offer freedom, variety, and intellectual expansion. They hate micromanagement and routine administration. They are big-picture thinkers best at pitching visions.
Career Guidance
Make excellent professors, travel guides, pilots, lawyers, publishers, comedians, philosophers, and international business professionals - roles where exploration and expansion are rewarded.
Sagittarius & Tarot
Major Arcana
TemperanceTemperance signifies alchemy, blending, and moderation - qualities Sagittarius often lacks but strives to learn. The angel in the card mixes water and fire, symbolizing the integration of spirit and emotion along the middle path.
Court Card
King of WandsThe King of Wands corresponds to the "Prince of the Chariot of Fire" and Mutable Fire energy. He is hasty, impulsive, and visionary, always moving toward the next adventure.
Sagittarius Mythology
Sagittarius is represented by Chiron the Centaur. Unlike other savage centaurs, Chiron was civilized, a healer, and teacher of heroes. Accidentally wounded by Hercules's poisoned arrow, he traded his immortality to save Prometheus. The myth represents the struggle between animal nature and higher mind.
Other Fire Signs
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