Why is horoscopes changing

Ptolemy used the same names for the zodiac signs as he did for the constellations, which is why there is confusion around the birth date ranges. It follows the procession of the Equinoxes and the seasons. The Tropical Zodiac begins every year with the Aries pseudo-constellation, which is based on the position of the Sun at the spring equinox on March Western astrology follows these zodiac sign dates , which correspond to the Tropical zodiac.

In ancient Babylonian times, when the 12 zodiac signs were first named, they DID line up with the physical constellations. But Ptolemy updated this system and gave us the one we use now. Or, as in the NASA SpacePlace post that started this latest pandemonium, they refer back to the ancient Babylonians, whose system we no longer use but are inspired by. According to astronomers, the Ophiuchus sign dates would fall between November 29 and December In fact, we ourselves would be born during the Ophiuchus zodiac cycle our birthday is December 2.

However, since there is no Ophiuchus star sign in the Tropical zodiac, we remain proud Sagittarians4Life. The most compatible zodiac sun signs: Fire signs Aries , Leo , and Sagittarius stereotypically tend to get along best with other Fire and Air signs: Gemini , Libra , and Aquarius.

Earth actually travels through 13 signs , including Capricorn, Aries, and, yes, Ophiuchus, but some 3, years ago the Babylonians—not NASA—decided 12 was neater than 13 , so excluded the 13th zodiac sign and divided the zodiac into 12 parts based on the 12 months of their calendar, according to NASA. The zodiac , the 12 signs listed in a horoscope , is closely tied to how the Earth moves through the heavens.

The signs are derived from the constellations that mark out the path on which the sun appears to travel over the course of a year. Capricorn: January 20 to February 16 Aquarius, you are now a Capricorn. Has my star sign changed: Every zodiac date period has shifted Image: Getty. Taurus: May 13 to June 21 Gemini is now Taurus, thanks to the new information. Taurus is all about comfort and luxury— you really love the finer things in life. Gemini is a gentle and affection sign, able to charm anyone.

You are imaginative, fun, and able to adapt to new situations quickly. Cancers are caring, insightful, and always giving great advice.

You are loyal, emotional, and care deeply about other people, but you can be moody. You are all about you family and home-life, and are able to empathise with other people.

July horoscope What does the rest of July have in store? NASA zodiac confession: Eight more constellations 'ignored'. Leo is the King of the Jungle, and love to be the centre of attention. You are ambitious, proud, passionate, and know how to have a good time. You are generous and warm-hearted, which makes you a great friend. You hate being underestimated and under appreciated, and can be stubborn or self-centred. Virgo: September 16 to October 30 Libra is now Virgo.

For instance in the changes signs as follows: Aries 4. Convert the time to your location If you are born 48 hours either side of the day in which the Sun changes sign remember the table above refers only to , it is important to have an Astrologer verify which Sun sign you are or try some DIY astrology at astro.

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