Librans: The Expressive and Balanced Lovers

Being one of the 12 zodiac constellations, Libra is the seventh sign of the zodiac. Its name means “the weighing scales” in Latin and is represented by a similar symbol or picture. The Balancing Scales are said to be held by the Greek goddess of justice Dike.

When is a Libra Born?
A Libra is born between September 23 and October 22.

Personality and Characteristics of a Libra
As Venus is considered as the ruling planet, Librans are born beautiful and are extremely romantic people. They are fashion-conscious and good-natured. As a child, a Libran is obedient and responsible. However after reaching adolescence, they might get difficult to handle.

Being the Balancing Scales, Librans are balanced and known for their good communication and diplomatic skills. But, they are easily influenced by outer beauty which makes them indecisive at times. This trait also makes them spendthrift. They waste a lot of money for their desire for material comforts and luxuries.

Libra Constellation Myth
Seen in the southern sky, Libra constellation is the only zodiac constellation representing an object. Other constellations usually depict a character or animal from mythology.

If we talk about Libra constellation myth, it includes four brightest stars which make a quadrilateral. While Alpha and Beta Librae represent the scales’ balance beam, Gamma and Sigma Librae make the weighing pans. This constellation is also home to Methuselah, the oldest known star in the universe.

Libra is visible in the third quadrant of the southern hemisphere (SQ3) and lies between latitudes +65° and -90°.

According to the Libra constellation myth, the portion occupied by the Libra constellation was known as Chelae by ancient Greeks. Chelae means claws and it was earlier considered as part of Scorpio constellation.

However, the Babylonians had named it ZIB.BA.AN.NA, which means “the balance of heaven and Romans favored it. They linked it with the balance between days, nights and the seasons.

Though Libra and the goddess of justice became more popular, Alpha and Beta are still known as Zubenelgenubi and Zubeneschamali which means the southern claw and the northern claw respectively.

In The End
While you might find Libra constellation myth interesting, the fact that Librans are lovers of beauty cannot be ruled out. Librans are compatible with Gemini or Aquarius but not with Cancer and Capricorn. While constellation Capricornus is located in southern hemisphere, constellations cancer is seen in the northern sky.