by The balance of opposites
In seasonal symbolism, the astrological sign of Libra (22 September-21 October) embodies the regulatory principle within the natural cycle. The surge of life, initiated during the spring period of Aries, has now drawn to a close. As the autumn equinox arrives, vegetative growth comes to a halt, and the equal duration of day and night signals the beginning of the involutional phase that forerun the extended winter inactivity. The yellowing of fronds and foliage invites us to free ourselves from the constraints of the past, thus allowing the potential for the future to unfold.
Individuals born under the sign of Libra often experience a tension between their innate, contrasting needs, manifesting in their quest for harmony and equilibrium in both personal and interpersonal contexts. This internal conflict makes them highly value integrating social connections and intimate relationships. As a result, they develop the ability to discern, assess, and mediate their needs and those of others, acquiring the skills needed for future personal and collective growth.
Classifications
Physical type
These individuals typically prioritise social interaction on a worldly and aesthetic scale. They often enjoy establishing connections and embracing a life filled with varied emotional fluctuations while striving for an ideal of physical beauty. They lean towards entertaining and visually appealing aspects of their life rather than delving into profound experiences. This tendency is reflected in their appreciation for tasty things and graceful forms.
Soul type
Libra’s soul type is profoundly inclined toward seeking harmony and equilibrium within a committed and stable relationship. Emphasising the importance of respect, adherence to mutual fidelity, and established guidelines, they strive to cultivate a balanced and mutually enriching coexistence with their partner, eschewing imposing themselves to discover instead those subtle convergences that can exist between each other.
Spiritual type
The spiritual type born under the sign of Libra pursues harmony in both artistic and formal expressions. They strive to align themselves with human and universal laws while employing discernment that transcends personal desires. This pursuit allows them to achieve a state of perfect equilibrium in judgment, enabling them to “act without acting” and perceive reflections of their own nature in others.
Analogies and correspondences
| Metal | Copper |
| Precious stones | Sapphire, aquamarine, pink pearls |
| Minerals | Quartz, lapis lazuli |
| Flora | Rose, dahlia, carnation, buttercups, azalea, jasmine, reseda (also known as the mignonette), palm, queen Claudia (also known as greengage, a green coloured plum) |
| Fauna | Turtle dove, nightingale, dove, sparrow, butterfly, sheep, camel, llama, vicuna, doe, goose, duck, hen, garganey, guineafowl, quail, great tit, trout |
| Perfumes | Benzoin, nard (Asian plant, also known as muskroot), sweet aromas |
| Taste | Pleasant |
| Resonance | Viola, harp |
| Colours | Pink, pale blue, light blue, soft and pastel shades |
| Day | Friday |
| Hour | 2/3 pm. Early afternoon |
| Number | 7 |
| Regions | Australia, Ethiopia, China, Indochina (Southeast Asian peninsula which includes Burma, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Peninsular Malaysia), Upper Egypt (now Southern Egypt), Tibet, Tuscany, Livonia (now part of Estonia), shores of the Caspian Sea, Argentina, Savoy, Alsace |
| Cities | Gaeta (Italy), Copenhagen, Antwerp, Frankfurt am Main, Freiburg, Vienna, Halle, Lisbon, Speyer (Germany – Rhineland Palatinate), Hebron, Freidsingen (today Freising, Germany – Bavaria), Johannesburg, Mosbach (Germany – Baden Württemberg), Nottingham, Landshut (Germany – Bavaria) |
Emblem
A woman observes an alembic in a cosy house
The taste of contemplation and that of the arabesque
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