Scorpio
WaterOctober 23 - November 21
Fixed Sign · Ruled by Pluto (Traditional: Mars)
Scorpio is the transformer of the zodiac, representing depth, intensity, and the power of regeneration. As a fixed water sign ruled by Pluto, Scorpio individuals possess profound emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate life's deepest mysteries.
Why October 23 - November 21?
Scorpio begins as autumn deepens and nature begins its descent into darkness. This period of dying leaves and shortening days naturally corresponds to Scorpio's themes of transformation, death, rebirth, and the hidden mysteries of existence.
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Vedic (Jyotish) Tradition
Known as Vrishchika in Vedic astrology, Scorpio represents the reproductive and eliminative organs of the cosmic being. It emphasizes transformation, hidden knowledge, and the cycle of death and rebirth.
African Traditions
In many African spiritual traditions, the ancestors and the realm of the dead hold great power. Scorpio reflects this understanding of death as transformation and the wisdom that comes from embracing life's shadows.