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puts you off with promise gay, and keeps you waiting
half the day?Who compromises all the way? Sweet Libra |
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LibraSeptember 23 Through October 23 Ruling Planet  Venus  |
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ruler of Libra is Venus. Its glyph represents the balance of the scales. Its
meaning, equilibrium and justice. Considered the sign of cosmic reciprocity, of
cooperation rather than competition, of consciousness made objective through associations
and partnerships. The
basic Libran nature is diplomatic and charming. Libras have an idealistic and
generally peace loving nature. They are easygoing and sociable, in general. On the
other side of the scale, Librans are known to be indecisive and changeable, gullible
and easily affected. Librans
are considered by many astrologers to be among the most civilized of the twelve
signs. Often good looking, they exude certain elegance, charm and fine taste. As lovers
of beauty and harmony, both in art and life, their nature is gentle and kind. Pleasure
oriented people, Libras are intuitive and very aware of the power of image.  Stained glass depiction of Libra Lausanne cathedral, Switzerland, mid-Thirteenth century. |
Libra Associations Nature: Positive Quality: Cardinal Element:  Air Symbol: The Scales Glyph: Colors: Blue, Pink, Pale Green Metal: Copper Gems: Sapphire, Jade  Libra Rose Flowers: Rose, Bluebell, Daisy Animals: Lizards, Small Reptiles |
They are gifted with a strong sense of justice and fair
play, and have fine analytical abilities. They are known to be objective and impartial
in making judgment calls. They do not suffer fools gladly and anyone who challenges
their decisions or opinions is considered a fool. They are more interested
in making friends than enemies, are willing to go along, to get along and therefore
will usually do whatever it takes to maintain a relationship. Librans
are sensitive to others and understand the emotional needs of their associates.
They are optimistic and cheerful people and have an ability to charm and delight their
friends and acquaintances. Very sociable, they abhor cruel or vicious actions, and
shy away from vulgar and offensive behavior. They dislike scenes, and will often go
out of their way to avoid conflict. They prefer to cooperate and compromise, and will
give up, even when they feel they are in the right, rather than put up with the ordeal
of an argument. Discord makes them totally insecure, and uncomfortable. They need
and want harmony in their lives, and will do whatever it takes to have it. Librans
are not loners, and do better in partnership both in their personal, and in their
business life.  Medieval Tarot Images often Correspond to symbolism within Astrology. Libra mirrors the image of Justice, above, left and also the image of the 'architect of reasoning,' at right.
The more negative Libran character can be frivolous,
flirty and quite shallow. In romance they can be indulgent to the point of hedonistic.
Libra shadows can be changeable and indecisive; impatient of routine; boringly conventional
and timid; and easygoing to a point of annoyance to more energetic folk. Because they
are slow to anger, Librans will shock everyone around them with their sudden outbursts
of rage. They love the good life and tend to be extravagant. Many Librans have been
known to be hopeless gamblers. Librans
can be surprisingly energetic in the areas that move them, and indifferent to
everything else. They are happiest when socializing, and at the top of their social
strata. You will find many Librans in local organizations volunteering their time
and services and rising to a position of prominence. They dislike coarse, dirty work,
and will usually get someone else to do it, if necessary. They are fence sitters and
will not take a stand on an issue, but prefer the middle of the road, until they are
forced to choose. " Let's wait and see", was most likely first said by a
Libra. The up side to this view is, they make good diplomats They are never guilty
of an " On my mind, on my mouth " approach to things.
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| Where is the Planet Mercury
in Your Birth Horoscope? Of all the planets within our solar system, Mercury is nearest to the Sun. There is a direct correspondence to this fact in the mapping of an individual's birth chart. With the exception of the Moon, Mercury revolves through the zodiac faster than any other planet; yet its proximity to the Sun insures that its placement will always be near to or on par with the subject's Solar sign. It is likely that you will be able to determine where Mercury was at the time of your birth without consulting an astrologer. By reading the three potential profiles, it is often uncanny how clearly one of them will fit to us. I thought you would enjoy trying this out. Links to the three positions are provided at the right. I am always interested to know what you think and discover. Feel welcome to write! Material is currently being developed on the other planets. If you are interested, we would be pleased to keep you updated on their progress. Just send me a brief request! libra@elore |
 Mercury in Virgo Mercury in Libra Mercury in Scorpio |
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Herbs: "You
may say I'm a dreamer
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 The Libra symbol within a Zodiac wheel, Seventeenth century European manuscript. In
a profession or business, Librans often succeed as administrators, lawyers, antique
dealers, civil servants. Finance is also a fair field, as Libras are trustworthy in
handling other people's money. Naturally creative and artistic, some Librans are gifted
fashion designers, or can be found devising new lines of cosmetics. Others may find
success as artists, composers, critics, writers, interior decorators, or managing
various areas of public entertainment. Some work philanthropically for humanity with
great self-discipline and significant results. Those with a gift for finance sometimes
make good speculators, for they have the optimism and ability to recover from financial
setbacks.
Origins
in MythologyThere
exists no specific myth or tale about Libra. Yet, in ancient times, its significance
was widely recognized. The association of balance with Libra dates to the origins
of Astrology. In all developing civilizations, a society's survival and proliferation
depended upon the ability to manipulate Nature. In many ways this was accomplished
by following the examples of Nature. Throughout the natural world there was one ever
present principle perceived, and this was balance.Societies
survived, and they still do, by maintaining a level of equilibrium. To
prosper, a society must develop and maintain an equilibrium in many sectors, such
as economics, law and coexistence with its neighbors. This was achieved always through
the establishment of a responsible structure of government. What Libra represents
is the same sense of government on an individual level. This was expressed through
emotional, mental and physical balance. An accomplishment which can only be achieved
through strength of will.The
image of Justice is also associated with Libra. This can be seen in the
symbol from the Major Arcana of the Tarot, in which the personification
of Justice appears holding her scales. This association has ancient origins. As early
as 2001 BCE, the constellation of Libra was associated with the judgment of the living
and the dead in Babylonia. Here, Zabanitu, who represented the Scales, weighed
souls of the deceased to determine their moral worth. In Egypt, this same role was
overseen by the god Anubis, utilizing a feather as a counterbalance to the
heaviness of a human heart. Throughout the Mediterranean region, the harvest
season was associated with this time of year. The weighing of crops was often performed
when the Moon was full in Libra.
Roman Philosopher Poet: The Aeneid Miguel de Cervantes (October 9, 1547) Spanish Poet, Novelist: Don Quixote de la Mancha Samuel Taylor Coleridge (October 21, 1772) English Romantic Poet: Kubla Khan Franz Liszt (October 22, 1811) Hungarian Composer: Faust Symphony Guiseppe Verdi (October 10, 1813) Italian Composer: La Traviata Aleksis Kivi (October 10, 1834) Finnish Poet, Novelist, Playwright Friedrich Nietzsche (October 15, 1844) German Philosopher, Author: Beyond Good and Evil Sarah Bernhardt (October 22, 1844) American Actress Arthur Rimbaud (October 20, 1854) French Symbolist Poet: Les Illuminations Oscar Wilde (October 15, 1856) Irish Author and Humorist Mohandas Gandhi (October 2, 1869) Indian Leader, Philosopher, Pacifist Aleister Crowley (October 12, 1875) English Magician, Author: The Equinox Damon Runyon (October 4, 1884) American Short Story Writer, Journalist Eleanor Roosevelt (October 11, 1884) American First Lady, Social Reformer Isak Dinesen (Karen Blixen) (October 17, 1885) Danish Author: Out of Africa T. S. Elliot (September 26, 1888) Thomas Stearns Elliot - English Poet Eugene O'Neill (October 16, 1888) American Playwright: The Iceman Cometh e. e. cummings (October 14, 1894) Edward Estlin Cummings - American Poet: 95 Poems' F. Scott Fitzgerald (September 25, 1897) American Author: The Great Gatsby William Faulkner (September 24, 1896) American Author: The Sound and the Fury Pope Paul VI (September 26, 1897) Roman Catholic Pontiff Groucho Marx (October 2, 1898) American Vaudeville-Film Comedian George Gershwin (September 26, 1898) American Composer: Rhapsody in Blue Helen Hayes (October 10, 1900) American Actress, 'First Lady of American Theatre' Thor Heyerdahl (October 6, 1914) Norwegian Explorer, Author: Kon Tiki Arthur Miller (October 17, 1915) American Playwright: All My Sons, The Crucible Arthur Schlesinger Jr. (October 15, 1917) American Historian, Author Frank Herbert (October 8, 1920) American Science Fiction Author: Dune Mario Puzo (October 15, 1921) American Novelist: The Godfather Charleton Heston (October 4, 1922) American Actor: The Ten Commandments Italo Calvino (October 15, 1923) Cuban-Italian Author: Difficult Loves Truman Capote (September 30, 1924) American Author: In Cold Blood Gore Vidal (October 3, 1925) American Playwright, Author R.D. Laing (October 7, 1927) Psychiatrist, Author Ursula LeGuin (October 21, 1929) American Science Fiction Author Richard Harris (October 1, 1930) Irish Film & Stage Actor Desmond Tutu (October 7, 1931) Archbishop of South Africa, Defender of Human Rights John Le Carré (October 19, 1931) English Espionage Novelist Bridget Bardot (September 29, 1934) French Actress Julie Andrews (October 1, 1935) English-American Actress Luciano Pavarotti (October 12, 1935) Italian Opera Singer Vaclav Havel (October 5, 1936) Czech Playwright and President John Lennon (October 9, 1940) English Musician, Songwriter, Member of The Beatles Pele (October 23, 1940) Brazilian Soccer Legend Anne Rice (October 4, 1941) American Novelist: Interview with a Vampire Jackie Collins (October 4, 1941) American Romance Novelist Jesse Jackson (October 8, 1941) American Civil Rights Leader Michael Crichton (October 23, 1942) American Novelist: Jurassic Park Julio Iglesias (September 23, 1943) Spanish Singer Lech Walesa (September 29, 1943) Leader of workers' rights movement, First President of Post-Communist Poland Catherine Deneuve (October 22, 1943) French Actress Michael Douglas (September 25, 1944) American Actor Bruce Springsteen (September 23, 1949) American Musician, Songwriter Armand Assante (October 4, 1949) American Actor Sting - Gordon Sumner (October 2, 1951) English Musician-Singer-Songwriter Bob Geldolf (October 5, 1951) Irish Musician-Singer, Organizer of 'Live Aid' Will Smith (September 25, 1968) American Actor, Singer Catherine Zeta Jones (September 25, 1969) Welsh Singer, Actress 'I
believe that man will not merely endure: he will prevail. He is immortal,
not because he alone among creatures has an inexhaustible voice, but because he
has a soul, a spirit capable of compassion and sacrifice and endurance. The poet's,
the writer's, duty is to write about these things. It is his privilege to help man
endure by lifting his heart, by reminding him of the courage and honor and hope
and pride and compassion and pity and sacrifice which have been the glory of his
past. The poet's voice need not merely be the record of man, it can be one of the
props, the pillars to help him endure and prevail.' - William Faulkner, 1950 On his acceptance
of the Nobel Prize for literature.
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