Libra – The Scales
Quick Facts
Dates: September 23 – October 22
Element: Air
Modality: Cardinal
Polarity/Duality: Positive (Masculine)
Ruling Planet: Venus
Symbol/Animal: The Scales
General Overview
Libra is the seventh sign of the zodiac, symbolizing balance, harmony, and relationships. Known as the peacemakers, Libras value fairness, beauty, and companionship. They are diplomatic, charming, and socially graceful, often seeking to create harmony in their surroundings. Though they sometimes struggle with indecision, their gift lies in seeing all sides of a situation and striving for fairness and peace.
Personality Traits
Strengths: Charming, diplomatic, fair-minded, sociable, artistic, cooperative.
Weaknesses: Indecisive, people-pleasing, avoids conflict, superficial, hesitant.
Keywords: Balance, Harmony, Relationships, Beauty, Diplomacy.
Compatibility
Best Matches: Gemini, Aquarius, Leo, Sagittarius (they share Libra’s love of fun, social energy, and balance).
Challenging Matches: Cancer, Capricorn, Pisces (they may find Libra’s indecisiveness or need for social life frustrating).
Friendship/Romance Style: Libra is romantic and idealistic, always seeking a soulmate connection. They thrive in partnerships and need to feel mutual respect and harmony in their relationships.
Work & Career
Libras thrive in careers that involve beauty, fairness, or relationships. They excel at teamwork, communication, and creativity. Their diplomatic nature makes them strong mediators and leaders in collaborative environments.
Ideal Careers: Lawyer, judge, diplomat, artist, designer, therapist, counselor, musician.
Love & Relationships
Libra loves deeply and romantically, often idealizing their partners. They are generous lovers who crave companionship and equality. While they may struggle with making decisions, they are loyal when committed and thrive in loving, balanced partnerships.
Element & Modality
Element – Air: Libra uses air energy to connect socially, think abstractly, and seek intellectual harmony.
Modality – Cardinal: As a cardinal sign, Libra initiates relationships and often takes the first step to create bonds or mediate conflicts.
Mythology / Symbolism
Libra is the only zodiac sign represented by an object rather than a living creature — the scales. It is connected to Themis, the Greek goddess of divine law and order, and Astraea, the goddess of justice. Libra’s symbol reflects balance, fairness, and justice.
Famous People (Libra Suns)
Kim Kardashian (October 21)
Will Smith (September 25)
Serena Williams (September 26)
Hugh Jackman (October 12)
Cardi B (October 11)
Fun Facts
Lucky Numbers: 6, 9, 15
Lucky Colors: Pink, light blue, lavender
Lucky Crystals: Lapis lazuli, opal, rose quartz
Lucky Herbs: Mint, yarrow, parsley
Associated Tarot Card: Justice (truth, fairness, balance)
⚖️ Libra energy is graceful, romantic, and fair-minded — the peacemaker of the zodiac who teaches us the art of balance and love.
Libra In-Depth
Libra is the harmony-seeker of the zodiac, ruled by Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and balance. Symbolized by the Scales, Libra represents fairness, justice, and the pursuit of equilibrium in all things. They are natural diplomats, able to see multiple perspectives and bring people together. Where other signs may push forward with force or stubbornness, Libra moves with grace, charm, and an eye toward peace. At their heart, Libras long for harmony — in relationships, in their environment, and within themselves.
Charming and sociable, Libras have a way of making others feel seen and valued. They thrive in connection and often surround themselves with friends, art, and beauty. Their Venus influence gives them a natural appreciation for aesthetics, whether it shows up in personal style, interior design, or simply the way they set the mood in a room. To Libra, beauty and balance are not luxuries — they are essentials that nourish the soul and bring joy to everyday life.
Yet, Libra’s quest for balance can sometimes turn into indecision. They weigh every option carefully, wanting to be fair, but this can leave them hesitant to commit. Their desire to avoid conflict may also lead to people-pleasing tendencies, where they put others’ needs ahead of their own. Still, their intentions are rooted in love — a genuine wish to create harmony, even if it means sacrificing their own preferences at times.
In relationships, Libra is deeply romantic, idealistic, and loyal. They thrive in partnerships where respect and equality are valued, and they often see love as a reflection of beauty itself. For Libra, partnership isn’t just about romance — it’s about sharing life, ideas, and growth with someone who mirrors their values. To know Libra is to feel the gentleness of true companionship, the elegance of fairness, and the reminder that life is more beautiful when shared.