Gemini (astrology)
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| Duration (tropical, western) | March 20 – April 19 (2024, UT1)[1] |
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Gemini is the third astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Gemini. In western astrology, this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. In astrology, Gemini is considered a "masculine", positive (extrovert) sign. It is also considered an air sign, and is one of four mutable signs.[4] Gemini has been closely associated with the planet Mercury and is considered to be ruled by it.
Individuals born when the Sun was in this sign are considered Gemini individuals. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun is in the sign of Gemini roughly from May 21 to June 21.[5] Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently there roughly from June 15 to July 15.
Astrological qualities and associations
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Being the third sign in the zodiac, Gemini is associated with the astrological 3rd house, which is associated with natural Gemini matters - communications, siblings, neighbors and neighborhood matters, local travel and transport, education, everyday matters, brothers.
Gemini is considered to be the domicile of the planet Mercury, and therefore is ruled by it. Mercury is also often associated with the aforementioned matters. Virgo is also a domicile of Mercury.
Mythology
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Gemini is associated with the Greek myth of Castor (or Kastor) and Pollux and with the Greco-Roman god Hermes/Mercury and sometimes also the gods Loki, Asklepios/Aesculapius, and Veles and the goddesses Eris/Discordia, Hebe, and Ate. Being twins, Gemini can also sometimes be associated with the Greek twins Apollo and Artemis.
The astrological symbol for Gemini is the Roman numeral for two, to represent the twins and duality.
Associated traits
Astrologers broadly agree that the following are the characteristics of Gemini:[6]
Characteristics considered positive
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Characteristics considered negative
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| Ideal Careers | Actor/actress, architect, archaeologist, comedian, teacher, model, playwright, diplomat, public speaker, author, psychologist, poet, journalist, lawyer, movie writer or director, debater/politician. |
| Likes | Paranormal, talking, the unusual, teaching, learning, different things in life, having multiple projects all going at once, traveling, making jokes, jet-setting |
| Dislikes | Feeling tied down, losing, being wrong, being in a bad situation, mental inaction, being alone, not getting credit for one's successes |
Physical traits
Many astrologers believe that each of the zodiac signs has identifiable physical traits, which may be a mix of the Sun sign and the sign of the ascendant. Many believe that physically, individuals born with an ascendant of Gemini tend to have a straight and narrow nose, long limbs, slim, petite, of average or below average height, a well-proportioned chin, high cheekbones, pointy features, a wide mouth, a roundish head and long fingers. [9]
Compatibilities
Gemini is widely thought to be compatible with: Aquarius [10] ; Libra [10]
There are many variables that determine compatibility in astrology, such as birth dates, birth months, birth years, position of a sign within the Sun, the Moon, Stars, etc. The signs listed as compatible with Gemini do not reflect an individual profile or individual reading as interpreted within astrology, but rather reflect a general guideline and reference to compatibility as dictated by variables such as Qualities and Elements within the Zodiac. [10]
Miscellaneous
The following items are traditionally associated with Gemini:[11]
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| Birthstone | Emerald (May), Pearl (June) |
| Colours | Yellow[7] ; Amber ; Orange |
| Gemstones[12] | Citrine, Agate, Peridot, Tiger Eye, Agate[7] |
| Metal | Mercury[7] ; Quicksilver[12] |
| Flower | Lily of the valley[7] ; Lavender[7] |
| Countries | Australia ; USA[7] ; Wales[7] ; Scotland ; Ireland ; England |
Equivalents in other zodiacs
The Indian equivalent of Gemini is Mithuna.[citation needed] The Chinese equivalent is thought to be the quick-witted, adventurous Horse, whose lunar month is 6 June - 6 July.[13]
References
- ^ Astronomical Applications Department 2011.
- ^ http://www.coldwater.k12.mi.us/lms/planetarium/myth/Gem.gif
- ^ Constellation drawings (often but not always) following "The Stars - A new way to see them", H.A. Rey, 1952-1980, ISBN 0-395-24830-2.
- ^ Jeff Mayo, Teach Yourself Astrology, pp 38-41, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979
- ^ "Astrology.com".
- ^ Robert Pelletier & Leonard Cataldo Be Your Own Astrologer pp 24 Pottenger, Astro Essentials, pp 31 - 36, ACS Publications San Diego, 1991 ; Jeff Mayo, Ibid, pp 41-55, 1979
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t elore.com
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Astrology-online.com
- ^ The Diagram Group, The Little Giant Encyclopedia of The Zodiac, pp 159, Sterling Publishing Company, New York, 1997
- ^ a b c The Diagram Group, The Little Giant Encyclopedia of The Zodiac, p 171, Sterling Publishing Company, New York, 1997
- ^ Derek and Julia Parker, The New Compleat Astrologer, pp194-5, Crescent Books , New York, 1990
- ^ a b Crystal-cure.com
- ^ Theodora Lau, The Handbook of Chinese Horoscopes, pxxvii, Souvenir Press, London, 2005
