Scorpio

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Magical sigils of Scorpio from the Magical Calendar

Scorpio (♏︎) is the eighth astrological sign in the zodiac, originating from the constellation of Scorpius. Scorpio is one of the water signs, the others being Cancer and Pisces. It is a fixed, negative sign that is ruled by the planet Mars.

Scorpio is associated with three different animals: the scorpion, the snake, and the eagle. According to The Astrology Bible, Scorpio's colors are deep red, maroon, black, and brown. The stone chalcedony is under the tail of Scorpio and Capricorn.

The ruling Archangel of the Zodiac over Scorpio is Barbiel.

Dates

It spans 210°–240° ecliptic longitude. Under the tropical zodiac (most commonly used in Western astrology), the Sun transits this sign on average from October 24 to November 22. Under the sidereal zodiac, the Sun is in Scorpio from approximately November 16 to December 15.

Characteristics

Depending on which zodiac system one uses, someone born under the influence of Scorpio may be called a Scorpio or a Scorpion.

People born under the sign of Scorpio are both passionate and assertive. They tend to have a special focus and determination. Scorpios especially enjoy experiences and expressing themselves. They have a tendency to be distrusting and jealous in relationships.

Famous Tropical Zodiac Scorpios

  • Paracelsus - Swiss-German physician and astrologer.
  • Israel Regardie - British ceremonial magician.
  • Gordon Lightfoot - American folk musician.
  • "Weird" Al Yankovic - American comedy musician.
  • Theodore Roosevelt - American President.
  • Bill Gates - American businessman and billionaire.
  • Martin Luther - German theologian.



Signs of the Tropical Zodiac
Aries
Mar 21 - Apr 20
Taurus
Apr 21 - May 21
Gemini
May 22 - Jun 23
Cancer
Jun 24 - Jul 23
Leo
Jul 24 - Aug 23
Virgo
Aug 24 - Sep 22
Libra
Sep 23 - Oct 23
Scorpio
Oct 24 - Nov 22
Sagittarius
Nov 23 - Dec 21
Capricorn
Dec 22 - Jan 19
Aquarius
Jan 20 - Feb 18
Pisces
Feb 18 - Mar 20