Leo, fifth sign of the zodiac, is a fixed, masculine sign, the second sign of summer; it coincides with the time of year when the fruits of nature abound. The sun enters leo on 22 or 23 July where it stays until 22 or 23 August depending on the year.
Season
Summer. The sun is bright, illuminating, dominant. This is the warmest time of year, when the corn is golden and ready to be harvested. Clothed in shimmering colours, nature is generous, rich, plentiful. Abundance is everywhere.
Element
Fire. The blazing fire of the sun, which generates all life on earth. Here, Fire is controlled, dominant and used. It is generous. However, do not expose yourself to its heat for too long for it will burn.
Ruling Planet
The Sun, symbolised by Apollo who drives the solar chariot.
Colour
The reddish-orange of summer sunsets, and the golden yellow of corn fields.
Metal
Gold.
Gemstones
Ruby, yellow amber and chrysolite.
Oposing and Complementary Sign
Aquarius.
Anatomical Associations
The heart, spine and solar plexus.
Characteristics
Leo is the sign of pure ambition, organisation and control. Leos enjoy the limelight but they need to be admired as aim for the top. They can be vain and domineering. |