The Ancients very much believed that the planets were particularly influential in regard to mankind's affairs. It was greatly understood that their positions amongst the stars at the time of a person's birth determined their fate. A person's most common characteristics were considered to be defined by which planet they were born under the influence of.

Aries - The Sign of Courage is ruled by Mars, The Planet of Action. It is considered to be a brave, strong, intelligent and talented Fire sign.

Taurus - The Sign of Patience is ruled by Venus, The Planet of Recognition. It is considered a clever, enduring and composed Earth sign.

Gemini - The Sign of Freedom is ruled by Mercury, The Planet of Logic. It is considered an adventurous, charming, cheeky and novel Air sign.

Cancer - The Sign of Sensitivity is ruled by The Moon. It is considered to be an influential, loving, perceptive, reliable and trusting Water sign.

Leo - The Sign of Loyalty is ruled by The Sun. It is considered to be a spirited, proud, caring, honest and protective Fire sign.

Virgo - The Sign of Harmony is ruled by Mercury, The Planet of Logic. It is considered to be a pure, modest, practical and courteous Earth sign.

Libra - The Sign of Sensuality is ruled by Venus, The Planet of Recognition. It is considered a gentle, beautiful and charming Air sign.

Scorpio - The Sign of Inspiration is ruled by Pluto, The Planet of Influence, and Mars, The Planet of Action. It is considered to be a noble, magnetic, dedicated and passionate Water sign.

Sagittarius - The Sign of Understanding is ruled by Jupiter, The Planet of Power. It is considered to be a cheerful, supportive, honorable and courageous Fire sign.

Capricorn - The Sign of Adventure is ruled by Saturn, The Planet of Determination. It is considered to be a wise, daring, ambitious and dependable Earth sign.

Aquarius - The Sign of Unity is ruled by Uranus, The Planet of Awareness, and Saturn, The Planet of Determination. It is considered to be an original, peaceful, visionary and charitable Air sign.

Pisces - The Sign of Dreams is ruled by Neptune, The Planet of Mystery, and Jupiter, The Planet of Power. It is considered to be a creative, spiritual, sensuous and perceptive Water sign.