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Glyph	The arrow symbolizes the quest that drives this sign fusing instinct and intellect
Symbol	Archer
Dates	22 November - 21 December
Ruler	Jupiter
House	9th
Mode	Mutable
Element	Fire
Polarity	Yang (Positive, Male)
Season	Early Winter
Day	Thursday
Number	3
Birthstones	Topaz, Turquoise
Metal	Tin
Colours	Purple, Dark Royal Blue, Yellow, Green
Foods	Ethnic food, Asparagus, Tomatoes, Berries, Bulb Vegetables
Likes	Freedom, Travel, Wide Open Spaces, Good Friends Company
Dislikes	Routine, Being Tied Down
Keywords	Positive, Fortunate, Inspirational, Adventurous, Restless, A Searcher for Meaning, A Traveller, A Pioneer, A Thrill Seeker

In this step 3, zodiac signs, of the learn astrology guide to your natal chart/horoscope, you will learn about the Sagittarius zodiac sign, the last of the fire signs.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius is mutable (changeable) in nature and ruled by the planet Jupiter. The sign is that of the half horse, half man archer. The rulership of Jupiter lends to this sign the quality of expansion and breaking through barriers. This expansion however can take place on both the physical and mental plane, hence the dual nature of the creature in the sign. On a physical level this may involve travelling to distant lands and places. It may involve breaking physical barriers such as climbing unconquered mountains or breaking endurance records. On a mental level this will manifest in a person expanding their mind in a quest for knowledge and truth. They may be interested in the many different religions and beliefs that make up the world. In reality of course the physical and the mental planes are linked but the Sagittarian energy may express itself more in one area than another depending on the individual. This searching quality is further emphasised by the sign being an archer sending his arrow to unchartered places.

Jupiter also gives the sign of Sagittarius an undeniable optimism. Rarely do you see a Sagittarian in negative or downbeat mood. For them life is a challenge and an adventure and there is lots to be seen and done. Also in the sign of Sagittarius there is a rainbow. In the bible the rainbow was given after the flood by the creator to mankind to say that there would be no more severe judgement as had just been experienced. It's a positive symbol and inspires one with meaning when it is seen in the sky. Sagittarians have also been granted lots of energy as they are a fire sign. This energy is mutable (changeable) in nature. You can think of it as a flickering flame or a dynamic storm that passes by quckly. In this way you can see a Sagittarian could have quite a temper. They soon however say what they have to say, spending their energy, and transform back to their normal optimistic and positive self. Sagittarians are not known for their tact however. Their quest for truth and knowldege leads them to express their truths and opinions regardless of who it will effect. The fire that rules this sign is not diplomatic or sensitive as are the water signs but is inspirational in nature.

Being the last of the Fire Signs means however that this sign is of a slightly more evolved nature than say the first of the fire Signs. It is not focused on just expressing it's own needs, as is Aries, or being a leader as is Leo, it is concerned with the Big Picture. Sagittarians need to see and understand the grand meaning of the world they find themselves in. They will search for this at all costs. Often Sagittarians are found in religious groups or sects.

Careers

Sagittarians make great philosophers and teachers. They also are to be found in high risk sports breaking new boundaries. They will be the mountaineers and high risk snowboarders of the world aswell as the big wave surfers. Infact they will be found around anything that involves danger and challenge. On a more negative side this energy of adventure cannot be easily constrained. A Sagittarian may therefore be the person who walks away from a relationship if it becomes too mundane. They may also be the religious zealot or cult leader who take their beliefs to the extreme while forgetting the individuals under their care.

Zodiac Sign Compatibility

The most compatible zodiac signs with Sagittarius are generally considered to be Aries, Leo, Libra and Aquarius and the least compatible zodiac signs Virgo and Pisces.

Comparing sun signs is a quick and easy way to give a general idea of compatibility. However, to unlock the real power of astrology to fully understand someone or how compatible you are with them, we need to calculate other planet placement factors from their date of birth, and compare them to your own, and then interpret the results to give more specific information. If you would like to explore this further, please see the astrology compatibility reports page.

Sagittarius Rising (Ascendant in Sagittarius)

People with Sagittarius rising in their natal chart or horoscope, tend to be idealistic, aspiring, enthusiastic, religious or agnostic, interested in far away places and cultures or ideas, physically active, risk-taking, outgoing, breezy, extroverted, philosophical, perhaps dogmatic, prejudiced, superficial, looking for greener pastures, and on-the-go.

Planets in Sagittarius

Discover what each planet in Sagittarius in your natal chart or horoscope means below;