Pisces (astrology)

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Pisces
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Zodiac Symbol: Fish
Birth Dates (Tropical): February 19 - March 20
Birth Dates (Sidereal): March 15 - April 14
Birth Dates (Solar): March 12 - April 18
Constellation: Pisces
Zodiac Element: Water
Zodiac Quality: Mutable
Domicile: Jupiter, Neptune
Detriment: Mercury
Exaltation: Venus
Fall: Mercury
Numbers: Six
Day: Thursday
Image:Pisces2.jpg
Symbol of Pisces

Pisces is an Astrological sign, which originated from the constellation Pisces, and is the twelfth sign of the zodiac. Pisces is classed as a Negative or feminine, introverted sign; its element is water and its Quality is Mutable. [1] In astrology Pisces is ruled by the planet Jupiter and since its discovery also by the planet Neptune. The opposite sign to Pisces is Virgo. Under the tropical zodiac, Pisces is occupied by the Sun from February 19 to March 20, and under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently from March 15 to April 13. In House (astrology) the 12th House is the house the Piscean rules, and dates occupied for the House is occupied on June 6 to June 20.

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[edit] Mythology

In mythology Pisces is often associated with Helen of Troy, from the legend of the Trojan War. Pisces is also associated with the Greco-Roman god Poseidon/Neptune and sometimes also the gods Zeus/Jupiter, Morpheus, and Thor and the goddess Tyche/Fortuna.

The basis for the mythology surrounding Pisces has its origins in the story of Aphrodite and Eros being chased into a river by the Titan Typhoon. Aphrodite was unable to save herself and her newborn son. She shouted for help; a Trojan warrior responded to the cries. The warrior prayed to Poseidon who transformed him into a pair of fish, which saved the Goddess and her son. As a reward, Aphrodite raised the warrior to the heavens as the ruler of the twelfth house.

The astrological symbol for Pisces represents two fish swimming in opposite directions yet still attached to each other. This represents the two paths a Piscean may choose to take: he/she may either face his/her challenges, swim against the current and rise to the top, or simply sink to the bottom.

[edit] Explaining House Astrology

The 12th House is the house that the Pisceans rules. It represents everything about an Pisces, like dreams, art etc. The 12th House represents the higher mind, emotions, and mystical matters. Places of seclusion such as hospitals, prisons and institutions. Retreat and reflection and self-sacrifice. Childhood problems. People born under this house have the personality traits as an a natural Piscean.

[edit] Characteristics

Pisces captures a little of everything: the good, the bad and the ugly traits of the rest of the Zodiac. Astrologers broadly agree that the following are the characteristics of Pisces: [2] The Pisces person is playful, friendly, charming, flexible, nurturing, free-spirited, carefree, romantic, happy, sensitive, mystical, enchanting, smart, emotional, reverent, creative, loving, easygoing, fun, outgoing, spontaneous, sympathetic, compassionate, intuitive, unworldly, wise, open minded, caring, devoted, liberal, humorous, understanding, tolerant, benevolent, self-sacrificing and artistic.

They can also sometimes be distracted, detached, illusory, impractical, gullible, neglectful, escapist, lazy, erratic, undependable, self-oriented, cold, aloof, mean, self-centered, somewhat moody, fickle, confused, depressed, irresponsible, goal-less, and have a split-personality, a lack of motivation or push, and dependency issues.

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Likes: Romance, Feeling appreciated, freedom, stability, feeling needed, mystical settings/enchantment, being encouraged to dream, sharing thoughts/dreams, having their input valued, a role model, being loved.

Dislikes: Feeling vulnerable, alone or unloved, having no goals to move towards, feeling invalidated, being ignored, crude or harsh behavior, being criticized, noisy scenes and displays, having no sense of structure.

Suitable occupations are where compassionate and intuitive qualities are needed; such as caring for the sick, needy and animals, religious, social workers, hospitals and institutions, poets, writers, actors, psychics. In medical astrology, Pisces governs the feet and immune system.

[edit] Physical traits

Pisceans are not known for their size. In fact, most are quite frail and soft which; not muscular or firm in any sense.

[edit] Miscellaneous

The following items are also traditionally associated with Pisces: [3]


Associations
Birthstones Aquamarine and Heliotrope (mineral)
Colors Aquamarine, Amethyst, Mauve
Gemstones Amethyst, Emerald, Bloodstone, Moonstone, Aquamarine
Metal Platinum, Tin

In terms of mundane or political astrology, Pisces is linked with Baja California, Toyama Prefecture, Tibet, and Guyana.

The Indian equivalent of Pisces is Meena; the Chinese equivalent is thought to be the gentle, diplomatic Rabbit, whose lunar month is 6 March - 4 April. [4]

[edit] Famous Pisceans

The following is a list of some famous people whose sun sign is in Pisces. The list is indicative only and makes no claim to be a representative sample of all Pisceans.

[edit] See also

v • d • e
Western Zodiac
ElementsFire · Earth · Air · Water
QualitiesCardinal · Fixed · Mutable
SignsAries · Taurus · Gemini · Cancer · Leo · Virgo · Libra · Scorpio · Sagittarius · Capricorn · Aquarius · Pisces

[edit] References

  1. ^ Jeff Mayo, Teach Yourself Astrology, pp 38-41, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979
  2. ^ Robert Pelletier & Leonard Cataldo Be Your Own Astrologer pp 24 - 33, Pan Books Ltd, London 1984; Maritha Pottenger, Astro Essentials, pp 31 - 36, ACS Publications San Diego, 1991 ; Jeff Mayo, Ibid, pp 41-55, 1979
  3. ^ Derek and Julia Parker, The New Compleat Astrologer, pp194-5, Crescent Books , New York, 1990
  4. ^ Theodora Lau, The Handbook of Chinese Horoscopes, pxxvii, Souvenir Press, London, 2005
  5. ^ http://www.ecentral.com/astra/fpisces.html

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