Leo or Simha is the fifth sign of the Zodiac. It is indicated by the head of a Lion. The Sun stays in Leo from 17th August to 16th September as per sidereal zodiac which is followed by Vedic Astrologers.
Leo is ruled by the Sun it is fixed, fiery, masculine sign, governs the heart, back, spine, and the fifth house of the horoscope. Its characteristics are self-consciousness, courage, desire for dominance and self-realization, ego-centrism, vitality and creativity. It symbolizes achievement of self-consciousness, building of personality, achievement of goals, and triumph of self-realization.
Leos think of life as a great adventure, with risks to be taken and glory to be won. They are naturally enthusiastic, energetic, flamboyant and, at times, tactless – all typical characteristics of a fire sign. As a fixed type, Leos are determined and persistent, but they also possess the qualities of positivity and optimism.
Leos are ambitious people, yet they are rarely ruthless or cunning in their pursuit of a goal. They think in grand terms, with a disregard for the tiny details.
Leo is a fiery sign ruled by the Sun and the planets like the Sun and Mars become strong when placed in this sign as the nature of this sign and the nature of its Lord suits them. The placement of positive Sun, Mars, Jupiter or Mercury in Leo sign in a horoscope can bless the native with all around happiness, success and a very good health and many more things depending upon the other aspects of his horoscope. Natives with Leo sign rising as ascendant at the time of their birth are usually energetic, confidant and intelligent and they are generally able to influence the people around them, depending upon the other aspect of their horoscopes. On the other hand the placement of one or more negative planets in this sign or the afflictions of one or more negative planets on this sign and particularly the afflictions caused by Rahu and Saturn can cause very serious concerns for the native and can make the native suffer from many kind of diseases, debts, misfortunes and many other problems.
When angered, Leos are inclined to put their noses in the air and treat the offender with condescension. They can be outspoken when out of temper, revealing an arrogant side that is both abrasive and intolerant. However, their anger usually does not last long and their positivity and good humor returns swiftly. Leos quickly forget past arguments, but those they were arguing with may not be so quick to forget, especially after some of the things the Leo has said.
Leos are loyal and courageous, and, in their later years, when their outer pride has softened, they often reveal themselves to be big-hearted, soft-centered people, with a sense of playfulness and fairness. They enjoy strong leadership abilities and a natural creativity. When these skills are harnessed, Leos can achieve great success, especially as they also possess an inborn vitality and a confidence in their own abilities.
Leo represents upper stomach, spinal cord and spine, liver, gall bladder, pancreas and some other organs in this region and the natives with a strong Leo sign and a strong Sun in their horoscope usually enjoy good health whereas the weakness of Leo or afflictions to this sign by one or more negative planets in a horoscope can make the native suffer from ailments and diseases of spine, pancreas, heart, bones gall bladder and some other parts ruled by Leo. Afflictions to this sign can also make the native suffer from weak eyesight and problem of back pain among some other problems arising out of a weak digestive system.
Leo like all other zodiac signs, contains three Nakshatra or lunar mansion, which are Magha Nakshatra, Purva Phalguni Nakshatra and one forth of the Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra.
Leo Facts
Duality: Masculine
Element: Fire
Quality: Fixed or static
Ruling Planet: Sun
Symbol: The lion
Part of the Body: Heart, spine & back
Exaltation sign of: None
Debilitation Sign of: None
Determent Sign of: Saturn
Positive traits of Leo: Affection, nobility, generosity, loyalty, dignity, leadership, creative, enthusiasm & broad-minded.
Negative traits of Leo: Arrogance, vanity, autocracy, overbearing, false pride, bossy, interfering, intolerant & over dramatic.
Things Governed by Leo
Flowers: Sunflower, marigold, celandine, passion flowers, rosemary, asters, larkspurs, dahlias & heliotropes.
Trees: Palm, bay, laurel, walnut, olive, orange & all citrus trees.
Herbs: Saffron, rosemary, rue, cammomile & anise.
Animals: Lion, all felines, especially the cats.
Leo Health
Leo rules just one organ, but it is the most important one-the heart. Nearly all forms of heart ailments fall under Leo. It is also responsible for back ailments of many varieties. Planets afflicted in Leo can cause heart and back problems as well as fever of an acute origin.
Leo Career & Profession
All occupation related to Sun and the fifth house including any job related with authority, rule, command, power, importance, dignity, government, gold, bankers, presidents, department heads, stock-exchange workers, stock speculators, investment bankers, occupations involving children, jewelers, workers in gold, heart specialists, cinema and stage, theater owners and managers, lion tamers and orange growers.
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