Libra
Libra is the seventh sign, an air sign ruled by Venus. The sign of the Scales, Libra is devoted to balance, beauty, and justice — the eternal peacekeeper of the zodiac.
- Dates
- September 23 – October 22
- Element
- Air
- Ruling Planet
- Venus
- Quality
- Cardinal
- Strengths
- Diplomatic · Fair-minded · Charming · Gracious · Social
- Weaknesses
- Indecisive · Avoidant · Superficial · Self-pitying · People-pleasing
Personality
Libra is the diplomat and aesthete of the zodiac. They see every side of every issue and work tirelessly to create harmony — though this can make them prone to indecision.
Love & Relationships
Libra is the great romantic of the zodiac. They adore partnership and pour themselves into relationships. They need an intellectual and aesthetic equal to truly thrive.
Work & Career
Libra excels in law, diplomacy, fashion, design, and the arts. Their natural sense of fairness and beauty makes them outstanding mediators and creative directors.
Health & Wellbeing
Libra rules the kidneys and lower back. They are prone to kidney issues and lower back pain. Maintaining balance — in diet, rest, and emotions — is key.
Mythology & Symbolism
Libra is the only zodiac sign represented by an inanimate object — the scales. In Greek tradition, it represents the scales of justice held by Astraea, goddess of innocence.
This Sign in Other Cultures
In Vedic astrology, Libra corresponds to Tula. In ancient Mesopotamia, the scales symbolised the judgement of souls after death — balance between good and evil.
Compatibility
Best with
Gemini, Aquarius, Leo, Sagittarius
Challenging with
Cancer, Capricorn