Sagittarius
Introduction to Zodiac Signs - 4
- written by Philip Graves - 3 Jan 2004
Sagittarius
The arrow of Sagittarius's glyph, aimed heavenward, symbolises the desire of this sign for elevation to new heights, and its harbouring of high ideals and moral principles. It envisions an ideal prospect, then sets its sights on the pursuit of its vision. Very often its visions lie in the mental sphere of higher understanding, as for example via religious or philosophical contemplation, but they can centre around the seeking of any more advanced level of knowledge. Exuberant and enthusiastic, Sagittarius is also openly communicative about its discoveries and theories, is a natural teacher or preacher, sometimes veering into proselytization; and enjoys appreciation for its mental ingenuity and foresight.
Sagittarius is the consummate truth-seeker, and regards honesty as a primary moral imperative, failure to honour which by anyone results in that person fundamentally forfeiting the Sagittarian's respect. Whereas Scorpio is often motivated to honesty more strategically, as though purposely to sting by truth-telling, Sagittarius is naive to the potential effect of its own bluntness on others, and is so forthright and straightforward in expressing its view of the truth that sometimes it makes unwitting social blunders.
Sagittarius also often demonstrates an off-beat, detached way of looking at the world; and a blasé disregard for small but important details as it prefers to focus on the broader picture. It has a natural eye for comedy (although with some surprising blind spots), and an attraction to the jokers, clowns and showpeople of the world.
This sign tends to be over-optimistic and excessively trusting in others' honesty until proven wrong. It can therefore suffer many disappointments in human nature, and depression of its own optimistic inclinations periodically. It also has a weakness for gambling.
Sagittarius has a vibrant, rapid, slightly highly-strung energetic quality, similarly to its polar sign Gemini. Yet it rules the thighs, in keeping with the love of the sign for freedom of movement, mental and physical alike, and attraction to sports and games, walking and running, or at least driving and travel. Its representation by a centaur, with the body of a horse, highlights its rapid mobility and inclination to 'buck' and rebel in the face of any restrictive imposition on its freedom.
This article taken from
HOROSCOPESCHAT
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01.10.2006.