The Astrological Sun Signs: The Details of Sagittarius

The ninth of the sun signs is Sagittarius, and those born between November 22nd and December 21st are under its influence. Sagittarius is typically optimistic, energetic, and intelligent, but there is a darker side to this sign, as with most others. To truly understand this, you must understand the details associated with Sagittarius.

The Sagittarius Personality

The typical Sagittarius is generous, open, ambitious, loves a challenge. If you are a Sagittarius, you probably love your freedom and like to explore and seek out new ideas. Sagittarius is a masculine, mutable fire sign. Masculine signs are outwardly directed and strong though immediate action. Mutable signs are adaptable and willing to change. Fire signs are passionate about everything. These traits come together to create an individual who needs action and can easily commit to a course of action once a decision has been made. Sagittarius, however, can be prone to reacting without thinking and lashing out when it is not called for. Sagittarians also tend to take projects from beginning to end, even when a project should be abandoned.

Sagittarius is ruled by the planet Jupiter. Jupiter was the ruler of the heavens and the most important of the Roman gods. This translates into the ideas of abundance, optimism, good fortune, and expansion. Jupiter's influence brings a true Sagittarius good luck, so much so that many Sagittarians have the utmost confidence in the world because it's never let them down. It's no wonder this astrological sign is the sign of the eternal optimist.

The primary symbol of Sagittarius is the archer. This represents lofty goals, forthrightness, and a love of the great outdoors. The glyph (written symbol) of Sagittarius represents a pointed arrow, but it's also more than that. If you look closely, you'll see a human leg from hip to knee, which is the part of the body ruled by Sagittarius. This is the line of wisdom angled away from trouble and pointing towards those ever-present lofty goals.

The Correspondences of Sagittarius

The sign of Sagittarius rules the thighs, liver, and hips. This means that if you're a Sagittarius, you may be prone to liver problems. Even if you're not, you may have a sensitive liver. This results in a tendency to abuse alcohol occasionally. You might also be susceptible to hepatitis. Regardless of this, you should get a great deal of outdoor exercise if you want to remain in good health.

Thursday is the luckiest day for anyone born under the sign of the archer, and the numbers five and seven have great potential. Turquoise is associated with Sagittarius, attracting love, protecting from harm, and giving the wearing the ability to see into the future.

Some other correspondences of Sagittarius include:

• The colors of royalty and the artistic, most notably royal purple
• Cities such as Acapulco, Budapest, Cologne, and Toledo
• Countries such as Australia, Hungary, and Spain
• Trees such as birch, mulberry, and oak
• Flowers such as dandelion, holly, and narcissus
• Tin and metals containing tin
• The horse and other related animals

Many of the ideas associated with Sagittarius concern good fortune and optimism. But Sagittarians are often at the mercy of the fiery qualities, especially when on the move (which is often since this sign has trouble staying put). The almost fanatical pursuit of freedom may incite jealously and possessiveness in others. It may also hurt those closest to you such as friends and lovers. Sagittarius needs to be well aware of the emotions of others to avoid alienating everyone.

Looking for a laugh? Watch this lovely lady act out some of the traits and qualities those born under the sign of Sagittarius often display.