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The Zodiac signs - Astrology is a complex and mysterious study, and the Zodiac signs supposedly came from Babylon, via the Greeks and Romans.

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Aries - Aries is the first Zodiac sign, which is attributed to those born between March 21 and April 20. Aries people are typically determined, independent, brave and have a strong propensity for leadership.

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Aries - An Aries' main characteristics are determination, initiative, and courage. However they can also be impulsive and over-competitive.

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Aries - Aries' ruling planets are Mars and Pluto, and its element is fire.

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Taurus - There are small variations in dates according to the year, but people born between April 20 and May 21 are Taurus. According to legend, Zeus dressed up as a bull to seduce Europa, and took her to the island of Crete, where they had three children.

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Taurus - People born under Taurus are known for their strong personalities, perseverance, and determination. They can also be emotional and sentimental.

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Taurus - Taurus' ruling planet is Venus. In Roman mythology, Venus was the Goddess of love, beauty, and pleasure. Taurus' element is earth.

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Gemini - The third sign of the Zodiac is based on the twins Castor and Pollux, who were given divine powers after death, according to legend.

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Gemini - People are Gemini if they are born between May 21 and June 21. It is believed that they have a tendency to be two faced and have a volatile temper. They are responsible and disciplined.

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Gemini - This sign's element is air and it is linked to the Mercury, the winged messenger who was also Zeus's most intelligent son.

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Cancer - Cancer's symbol is based on Carcinus, a giant crab which Hera, Queen of the Greek gods, sent to save her monster, Hydra. The crab nipped Heracles' feet while he was battling the terrible monster.

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Cancer - People born between June 21 and July 21 are under the sign of Cancer. These individuals highly value family, friends, and home comforts. They stand out for their intuition and are typically emotional.

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Cancer - Their symbol is water and their ruling planet is the Moon, which brings them fertility.

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Leo - The sixth sign of the Zodiac is Leo, which corresponds to those born between July 22 and August 22, with small variations in the dates depending on the year.

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Leo - These people are known for being courageous and ambitious and for having a strong sense of leadership. They tend to like being the center of attention and usually have high self-esteem.

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Leo - This star sign is characterized by the unfolding of nature under the hot rays of the Sun, which is its ruling planet. It's main element it's fire.

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Virgo - The Virgo's symbol is based on Astraea, the last immortal to leave Earth for Mount Olympus at the end of the Golden Era, according to Greek mythology.

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Virgo - Virgos are those born between August 23 and September 22, depending on the year. They are usually hardworking, practical, gentle, and methodical.

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However, they can also be shy and worry a lot. Their element is Earth and their ruling planet is Mercury.

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Libra - Libra's symbol is based on the Scales of Justice of Themis, who was the Greek personification of divine law. Libras are born between September 23 and October 22.

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Libra - As a general rule, these people are polite and don't like fights or gossip. They are good communicators, balanced, and like to live in harmony.

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Libra - The star sign's ruling planet is Venus and its element is air.

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Scorpio - The Scorpio symbol is based on a giant scorpion of the same name who was sent by Gaia to kill Orion. Scorpio people are born between October 23 and November 22.

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Scorpio - Scorpios are intense, passionate, and full of desire. They are known for being skilled and determined, and for questioning everything.

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Scorpio - Scropio is ruled by the planets Mars and Pluto. Their element is water.

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Sagittarius - Sagittarius's symbol is based on Chiron, a centaur who thought Achilles how to use a bow and arrow. People under this sign are born between November 22 and December 21.

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Sagittarius - They are known for their confidence, optimism, and positive view on things. They also have a philosophical nature and are generous. Typically they are curious.

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Sagittarius - Jupiter is this sign's ruling planet and its associated element is fire.

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Capricorn - The tenth Zodiac sign is based on Sumerian God of knowledge and water, Enki. Capricorn's symbol mixes the body of a goat and fish. People are born under this sign if their birthdays fall between December 22 and January 20.

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Capricorn - The goat side of their personality represents ambition, intelligence, and stability, while the fish part is passion, spirituality, and intuition.

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Capricorn - Saturn is the ruling planet of Capricorn and earth is the element.

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Aquarius - Many say that Aquarius is Ganimedes, a beautiful boy who Zeus took to Olympus, to be a servant to the Gods. Aquarians are born between January 21 and February 19.

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Aquarius - They are generally humanitarian, philanthropic, and interested in making the world a better place. They are also creative, critical, and usually don't like following the rules.

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The reigning planets are Uranus and Saturn, and the element is air.

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Pisces - And finally, the twelfth Zodiac sign is Pisces. The symbol is based on ichthyocentaurs, aquatic centaurs. Pisces are born between February 19 and March 20.

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Pisces - Pisces people are generally reserved, sensitive, and good listeners. They are also intuitive and spiritual.

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The ruling planets of Pisces are Neptune and Jupiter and their element is water.

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