Libra

Libra   - 24. September - 23. October

The Greeks called this area Chelae, literally meaning ‘claws’, an identification that lives on in the names of the individual stars of Libra. As things have worked out, Libra is now a slightly larger constellation than Scorpius, but is much less conspicuous. The modern Libra is the youngest

of the Zodiac signs and the only one not to represent a living creature. In Greek mythology, Libra is considered to depict the scales held by Astraea, the goddess of justice.

Zubenelgenubi:

A bluish white star in 78 light years distance. The arabic name means "Southern Scissors".

Zubeneshamali:

A greenish star in 160 light years distance. The arabic name means "Northern Scissors"

Zubenelakrab:

A yellow giant in 150 light years distance. The arabic name means "Scorpions Scissors".

Number:

8

Metal:

Copper

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Planet:

Characteristics:

The sign of Libra represents the intellect. They are most definitely a thinkers. They like to use their minds to tackle problems. The sign of Libra refers to relationships of all sorts and their connection to the world around them. People know them as someone who loves to socialise. They are outgoing nature and love of communicating brilliant ideas to people around them is one of their strengths. Even on their worst days, they are rarely at a loss for words.

Attributes:

Harmony, sense of justice, compensation