The Astrological Sun Signs: The Details of Capricorn

The tenth of the sun signs is Capricorn, and those born between December 22nd and January 19th are under its influence. Capricorns are typically steady, reserved, and patient. All of this makes them dangerous enemies. To truly understand this sign, you must understand the details most commonly associated with the astrological sun sign of Capricorn.

The Capricorn Personality

Most Capricorns are prudent, cunning, disciplined, and seek security in everyday life. If you are a Capricorn, you likely prefer to use your fox-like intellect instead of brute force. You are probably determined and quick to seize most opportunities. Capricorn is a feminine, cardinal earth sign. Feminine signs are inwardly directed and are strong through inner reserves. Cardinal signs are usually the initiators of the world. Earth signs tend to be stable, practical, and wise in many ways. All these traits come together to form someone who is wise, quiet, and likes to start in-depth projects. However, Capricorn is famous for not always completing projects. This isn't because of boredom, but because a better opportunity comes up.

Capricorn is ruled by the planet Saturn. Saturn was the Roman god responsible for the sowing the harvesting of all types of grain. Back before the invention of the telescope, Saturn was thought to be the outermost planet of the universe. Because of this, Saturn tends to represent discipline, obstacles, limitation and restriction. It should come as no surprise that Capricorns are so cautious and so ready to take advantage of any situation that might present itself.

The first and most important symbol of Capricorn is the goat. This is an animal who is able to move quickly to get to great heights by finding and utilizing every foothold. The goat can also use its powerful horns to bash through any obstacles that might show up. The glyph (written symbol) of Capricorn sort of looks like the V of the beard of the goat (if you look closely enough). It can also be interpreted to represent the human knee (look for the circle; this is the kneecap). Obviously, Capricorn rules the knee and kneecap.

In a more symbolic way, the glyph for Capricorn is two straight lines that meet one another connected to a circle and a small crescent. These two lines represent authority and responsibility. The circle is energy and the crescent is passion. What does this mean? Basically, authority and responsibility meld and become one, strengthened by both energy and passion. This describes the base of the Capricorn personality.

The Correspondences of Capricorn

The sign of Capricorn rules the knees, bones, and joints. If you're a Capricorn, you may have a lovely bone structure but be prone to stiff joints and even arthritis. Many Capricorns suffer from rheumatism and have various orthopedic problems. Capricorns should enjoy physical exercise that is easy on the joints, such as swimming and gentle strolls. High impact sports tend to be hard on Capricorn natives.

Saturday, or Saturn's Day, is the luckiest day of the week for Capricorns. The numbers two and eight are powerful and even lucky for those born under the sign of the goat. Garnet is most commonly associated with Capricorn as it represents true love, high esteem, and even popularity.

Some other correspondences of Capricorn include:

• Any color associated with nature and the earth, most notably brown and dark green
• Cities such as Boston, Brussels, Chicago, Montreal, and Oxford
• Countries such as Afghanistan, Bulgaria, India, and Mexico
• Trees such as elm, pine, and poplar
• Flowers such as carnation and ivy
• Lead and metals containing lead
• Goats and other animals with cloven hooves

Many of the ideas associated with Capricorn revolve around determination and patience. But these qualities aren't always positive. Capricorn is cunning and patient, yes, but this means they will hold on to knowledge, using it when it best serves their own interests. If you're a Capricorn, your cool reserve may put off many people, keeping them from truly getting to know you. Some may resent your cold and calculated approach to life, and may even plot against you, trying to use your strengths. Capricorn is well advised to make sincere attempts to cultivate friendships, though this isn't necessary a top priority.

Want to laugh? Watch Debra Silverman act out the many traits of Capricorn below.