Brief History

In order to understand what horoscopes are all about we need to understand their history. Western astrology dates back 3,000 years in Babylonia. Astrology was further developed by the Greeks, who are known to have named celestial objects after their gods. In the Middle Ages the study of astrology was banned; however, today it is widely practiced and believed in.

Astrology

Astrology uses a number of charts and diagrams that represent the sun, moon and other planets to interpret major life events like birthdays. Basically your birth chart shows the precise placements of celestial bodies at the time of your birth. The underlying principle behind the birth chart is that whoever is born at a particular moment of time possesses the qualities of that instant. So if you are born under the influence of Sun, Moon, Venus or some other planet, you will possess its qualities.

As we all know that there are twelve signs in astrology - Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces. There are also many types of horoscopes available. You can go for weekly horoscope or monthly horoscope.

What All Is Covered In Horoscope?

Obviously a monthly birth chart has more details than a weekly or a daily birth chart. So what kind of predictions can you find in monthly horoscopes? This will give you important insights into all the major aspects of your life. In other words, it will offer you predictions about your career, relationships, love, and money. It will also give you important dates when you can expect something significant. It covers your important days, colors, stones, etc.

A complete reading of a birth chart gives us insight into the challenges that you might face in future. It tells us about our strengths and weaknesses. With the help of our birth charts we can explore our emotional, spiritual and psychological drives. We can better understand why we are the way we are. And if we do have any weaknesses (which we all do) the readings can provide us with important clues as to how to overcome these weaknesses.

Four Basic Elements

A horoscope reading covers four basic elements - planets, zodiac signs, houses and interpretation. It explains how different planets explain your personality. The zodiac signs add substance to your personality. For example, if Mercury is in your Taurus sign, it means that you should communicate in a practical and creative manner.

Finally the houses indicate how you behave in different areas of your life, such as career, love, spiritual, etc. Interpretation of all these reveal your personality and also point out at future events.

You can also choose to get your birth chart reading based on Chinese astrology, Tarot card reading and Hindu astrology. These are some of the most popular options that you have. For a complete reading you would be required to give your full name, date, place and time of birth.

Horoscopes can often provide highly accurate predictions. Many people vouch for them. However, you should always remember that though many things are destined, you can always mold your own destiny.

Pisces Sign

Pisces is a feminine sign and this explains some of its feminine qualities, such as receptiveness, sensitivity and passiveness. Pisceans are very intuitive and spiritually developed. A Pisces person is always thirsting for spiritual knowledge.

A Piscean likes a partner who is practical and down to earth. Pisceans go for people who can keep on top of all details of life. You see Pisceans hate details so they like leaving it to their partners. A relationship with a Piscean is sure to have many ups and downs; however, you need to give it time to stabilize. Pisceans are very moody, intuitive and difficult to know; however, they are also very affectionate and loving.

Pisces And Aries

Now let us see how the Pisces love horoscope matches up with some of the zodiac signs. Pisces love equation with Aries is passionate. Aries is ruled by the planet Mars which means that a relationship between a Piscean and an Aries would be full of romance and passion. Both these signs are opposite in the sense that Aries is a go-getter while a Piscean likes is laidback. However, it is the opposite that attracts and that this why this relationship is so successful.

Pisces And Taurus

Love horoscope between a Pisces and Taurus is another interesting one. They have a very solid relationship. Generally it is a happy union and one that lasts for a lifetime. Both these signs are nurturers and this allows them to get over their differences. While Pisces loves to day dream, a Taurus has his feet firmly planted on earth. This works well for both because a Pisces can teach Taurus to be wishful and a Taurus can help a Piscean be more practical.

Pisces And Gemini

Pisces love horoscope with Gemini makes for interesting reading. These two signs are placed at right angles in the zodiac. This means that theirs is a challenging match. However, with patience and commitment you can overcome the challenges. Pisces being a water sign is more concerned with emotional matters. Gemini, on the other hand, is an air sign and is more concerned with matters of the mind. Gemini is open-minded and brings humor to this relationship. Pisces like daydreaming and a Gemini helps them bring focus.

If you are a Piscean and would like to get a complete Pisces love horoscope, you can get it online. Some online horoscope sites can offer you a free reading. However, there is no guarantee that it is going to be complete in every way.

To find out what the years holds for you in terms of love and relationship, you can get your hands on a Pisces love horoscope. It will offer you month by month predictions of important events that would have a bearing on your love life. It will also tell you how you can match up the rest of the signs of the zodiac.

Leo - The Born Leader

People belonging to the Leo horoscope sign always think and act bigger than other would dare to. They are very hardheaded and get to the bottom of a problem they are facing. They have the capability to face adversity head on. Maybe that is why those who depend on them always feel reassured.

Lion is king of the jungle and so Leos feel that they are the rulers of the universe. It is due to their sense of power that they are able to get things done. They are natural leaders.

In matters of love, Leo horoscope indicates that they are great romantics. They like being the center of attention. Leo is very compatible with Aries, Sagittarius, Gemini and Libra. However, Leo is most compatible with Aries. Aries also has a very fiery personality and is very headstrong. These qualities make them a hard match with others but they go well with Leos. However, if things go wrong between an Aries and a Leo, things can take an ugly turn.

Aries - The Adventurer

A look at the Aries horoscope indicates that an Aries loves adventure. Aries people are sharp and quick minded, passionate, expressive, confident and courageous. On the negative side, they are often found to be self-centered, quick tempered, impulsive, impatient, and procrastinating, at times.

Aries sign is ruled by the planet Mars and red is their primary color. They are always ready to take risks. They seem to have a quick grasp of every situation. They give an impression that “they know better.” However, when given a good cause to fight for, they always rise to the occasion.

An Aries is most compatible with Leo, Sagittarius, Gemini and Aquarius. However, as mentioned about Aries is best matched with a Leo horoscope.

Gemini – The Great Communicator

Gemini horoscope is ruled by the planet Mercury. It is the third sign of the zodiac and is represented by the twins Castor and Pollux, who were born of marriage between Zeus and Leda.

Gemini people are great communicators, smart, intelligent and very energetic. However, they can also be very cunning, inquisitive, superficial, inconsistent and prone to nervousness.

A Gemini can adapt to any situation. They can overcome any situation. They are very good at making something out of nothing provided that the situation interests them. They have a very active mind and are very spontaneous.

They are the brains in the family and are very articulate with their words. They have a very inquisitive mind. They are multitalented. They can form strong opinions very quickly.

They are most compatible with Libra, Aquarius, Leo and Gemini. However, their best match is with Libra. They are incompatible with Virgos. A Gemini can be very calculating and logical, while Virgo can be very critical and demanding. So there is no way they can match up.

A brief look at these signs does give us a lot of insight into their personality. And when you relate these characteristics to your friends who belong to these three signs, you will notice how closely their personalities resemble what their sun signs say for them. A deeper analysis of Aries, Gemini and Leo horoscope will reveal more interesting facts.

These twelve signs are divided into four elements - Fire, Earth, Air and Water. These four elements are essential for life. Aries, Leo and Sagittarius are considered Fire signs. Earth signs include Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn. Air signs are Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. The Water signs include Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces.

Four Elements

These four elements play a great role in determining the characteristics of horoscope signs. For example, the three Fire signs have a desire for freedom. It is also said that the Air signs too have a love for freedom; however, they differ from Fire signs. Fire signs desire freedom of action, while Air signs desire freedom of expression.

The Earth horoscope signs also have a common characteristic of the need for security. Here again we find that the Water signs also have a need for security. But there is a difference. The Earth signs need physical security, whereas Water signs desire emotional security.

Let us now look at each zodiac sign and understand its unique characteristics. After reading these horoscope sign explanations you will say, ‘Yes, my Aries friend is truly like this’.

Twelve Zodiac Signs

Those born under the Aries zodiac sign are regarded as adventurous, outgoing and active. Though they are very independent and assertive, they can also be very trusting. They take challenges head on and always bounce back.

Taurus is one of the Earth horoscope signs. They are great at socializing but yet they manage to somehow stay away from the crowd. They have a very cool, calm and collected exterior.

Those born under the Gemini sign are always on the move. They are always thirsty for knowledge and new experiences.

People born under Cancer sign are full of contradictions. They are very caring, compassionate and loving towards their friends and family members but still they can always say or do something hurtful. They do appear hard and insensitive on the outside.

Leo sign is ruled by the heart and works from the heart also. They are usually very fortunate. They are positive-thinking and very charismatic.

Virgos are very creative and sensitive. A confident Virgo can be one of the most creative and successful signs.

Librans are often very successful business people because they have the capability to escape into obscure role playing. In business they are often very creative.

Scorpio is said to be one of the most powerful horoscope signs. They often have intense and dramatic relationships. Even when Scorpios are young they are wise beyond their age.

Sagittarius is one of the most optimistic zodiac signs. Sagittarians love life; they are full of adventure and have natural exuberance. They always endeavor to make it on their own.

Capricorns are achievers. There are two types of Capricorns - one is represented by the mountain goat and the other by the garden goat. The first one is very ambitious and never content until it reaches the top. The second type is not so adventurous and refuses to budge unless pushed.

Aquarius at present is regarded as the zodiac’s leader. They are trendsetters for the future. It is known as the philanthropic sign. They walk to a whole different tune.

Pisces are very mysterious and alluring individuals. They are very gifted and talented people. They are usually torn between two paths in life and some even live two lives at the same time.

These are the very basic characteristics of the twelve horoscope signs. Understanding these zodiac signs is a beginning to understanding astrology.

Benefits Of Astrology

Some important benefits of astrology are summed up here: