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The Twelve Signs

Explore the zodiac signs (rashis) and their unique qualities in Vedic astrology

Aries

Mesha

Initiative
Courage
Leadership
Element:Fire
Modality:Cardinal
Ruler:Mars
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Taurus

Vrishabha

Stability
Sensuality
Resources
Element:Earth
Modality:Fixed
Ruler:Venus
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Gemini

Mithuna

Communication
Versatility
Curiosity
Element:Air
Modality:Mutable
Ruler:Mercury
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Cancer

Karka

Nurturing
Emotion
Protection
Element:Water
Modality:Cardinal
Ruler:Moon
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Leo

Simha

Creativity
Leadership
Expression
Element:Fire
Modality:Fixed
Ruler:Sun
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Virgo

Kanya

Analysis
Service
Refinement
Element:Earth
Modality:Mutable
Ruler:Mercury
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Libra

Tula

Balance
Harmony
Partnership
Element:Air
Modality:Cardinal
Ruler:Venus
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Scorpio

Vrishchika

Transformation
Depth
Power
Element:Water
Modality:Fixed
Ruler:Mars
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Sagittarius

Dhanu

Wisdom
Expansion
Philosophy
Element:Fire
Modality:Mutable
Ruler:Jupiter
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Capricorn

Makara

Discipline
Ambition
Structure
Element:Earth
Modality:Cardinal
Ruler:Saturn
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Aquarius

Kumbha

Innovation
Humanitarian
Freedom
Element:Air
Modality:Fixed
Ruler:Saturn
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Pisces

Meena

Spirituality
Compassion
Imagination
Element:Water
Modality:Mutable
Ruler:Jupiter
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Understanding the Signs

The twelve zodiac signs represent different archetypal energies and qualities. Each sign is characterized by:

  • Element: Fire (action), Earth (material), Air (mental), Water (emotional)
  • Modality: Cardinal (initiating), Fixed (sustaining), Mutable (adapting)
  • Planetary Ruler: The planet that governs the sign's expression

In Vedic astrology, signs are called rashis. They form the backdrop against which planets express their energies, coloring and modifying planetary influences based on their inherent qualities.