Aries

Aries   - 21. March - 20. April

After the golden ram that rescued Phrixos, taking him to the land of Colchis, Phrixos sacrificed the ram to the gods and hung its skin in a temple, where it was known as the Golden Fleece. It is the fleece of the winged ram Chrysomallos.

It figures in the tale of Jason and his band of Argonauts, who set out on a quest for the fleece in order to place Jason rightfully on the throne of Iolcus in Thessaly.

Hamal:

A yellow giant in 66 light years distance. The arab name means ram, sheep or lamb. Sometimes he is also called Elnath (arabic for "The one who pokes with his horn").

Sheraton:

A white star in 59 light years distance. The arabic name means Sign. It was also used for Arietis, because both stars where near the equinox in 300 - 400 B.C. He is also called Elscheratain (arabic for "The both signs").

Number:

4

Metal:

Iron

Alchemistical element:

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Characteristics:

Aries is the first sign of the zodiac so it shouldn't come as any surprise then that they are born leaders. They shine brightly, taking the initiative in everything they do and others see that immediately. There are no half-measures for the rams. They are energetic, daring and fighters too. Craving for adventure and travel the world are the things that Aries like. They are pioneers and they have the ability to lead. People admire this independence and freedom of expression in everything they do.

Attributes:

Ambition, spontaneity, assertiveness