Aquarius (♒︎;Greek:Ὑδροχόος,romanized: Hydrokhóos, Latin for "water-bearer") is the eleventhastrological sign in thezodiac, originating from theconstellation Aquarius. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun is in the Aquarius sign between about January 21 and February 19.[2] Aquarius is one of the threeair signs, alongsideGemini andLibra. The ruling planets of Aquarius areSaturn (in traditional astrology alongsideCapricorn), andUranus (in modern astrology). It is a fixed air sign. The opposite sign of Aquarius isLeo.
Aquarius, the Water Bearer, is one of the oldest identified constellations and zodiac signs, with a history stretching back thousands of years. Its story weaves together astronomy, mythology, and astrological symbolism—and its significance has shifted over time as human cultures evolved. Though today Aquarius is often associated with innovation, independence, and humanitarian ideals, its origins lie in far more ancient traditions tied to agriculture, rainfall, and divine myth.
In Hindu (Vedic) astrology, Aquarius is known asKumbha Rāśi (कुम्भ राशि), representing the symbol of awater pot. Kumbha is ruled by the planetShani (Saturn) and is considered a fixed, air sign. It is associated with qualities of innovation, humanitarianism, and persistence, similar to Western interpretations, but its predictive role is rooted in the sidereal zodiac system. The Kumbha Rāśi plays a key role in individual horoscopes (Janma Kundali), compatibility (Kundali Milan), and in timing rituals (Muhurta).[3]
Astronomical Applications Department (2011).Multiyear Computer Interactive Almanac. 2.2.2. Washington DC: US Naval Observatory. Longitude of Sun, apparent geocentric ecliptic of date, interpolated to find time of crossing 0°, 30°....
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