User:Kwikisss/sandbox

SAGITTARIUS (the Archer)
November 22 – December 21

As the ninth sign of the Zodiac and under the ruling of Jupiter, Sagittarius (astrology) is one of two centaurs to roam the heavens. Known also as the archer Sagittarius is represented by a half-man, half-horse creature with a bow and arrow. Sagittarius is a fire sign, in relation to the four sun signs, air, water, earth and fire.

Astrological Beliefs & History
Ancient history reveals that the life of hunters, shepherds and farmers produced the idea that there was a connection and dependence of sorts on and the movement of the star above and the events happening on earth in their daily lives. People used the stars to assist in the scheduling of there lives, through using the seasonal changes of the stars people synchronized their real, daily experiences in hopes to create a more favourable outcome.

Western Astrology
According to western astrological beliefs the dates, times, and locations of birth can predict personality traits based on the astronomical bodies of the solar system. These correlations are especially found for the Moon, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. Western or occidental astrological theories suggest that people born within the astrological signs of Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius are within astronomical bodies inclined toward extroversion. These signs are categorized as positive signs, displaying an active, outgoing, and masculine energy. For more detailed information see Western astrology.

Sagittarius Characteristics
Represented by the Centaur Sagittarius inherited the ancient roman mythological legacy of being intellectuals. Sagittarius are independent explorers, they have strong interests in going their own way and refrain from feeling the need to follow, or be followed. Sagittarians are charming, sociable and philosphical by nature. They are optimistic and honest though they mostly look at the big picture, these thinkers can also portray argumentive and blunt characteristics. Always thriving for more information, knowledge, understanding and answers those born under this sign steer clear of restricting commitments in various facets of life and are always moving from one thing to the next. Born under the element of fire, Sagittarius are restless and crave action and adventure. In combination with this element Sagittarians are often physically active and bursting with stamina, the lively type. These traits often cause Sagittarius to become athletes or carry-out other active and adventurous endeavors. They are considered a lucky bunch as they are born under Jupiter’s golden glow, making them quick to gamble. More often than not things come easy to Sagittarius making them tempted to relish in self-indulgence.

Positive Qualities of Sagittarius: Generosity, Altruism, Candour, Fearlessness, Self reliance, Love for nature, Love for travelling

Negative Qualities of Sagittarius: Overconfidence, Bluntness, Brashness, Inconsistency, Lack of concentration, Overconfidence

Vedic Astrology
“Astrology embodies the organic and holistic thinking of the Vedas by demonstrating a relationship between the order and precision of the heavens and the events and timing of earthly phenomenon.” In ancient times astrology was created to aid mankind in their attempt to conquer the limits that they’re past actions created. Those who study astrology in this manor are deemed as truth-seekers devoted to maximizing the opportunity for self-reflection, this type of study is believed to provide these seekers with useful knowledge and guidance in their life and unifying the “Truth of Life”. Jupiter rules Sagittarius and governs the expansion of knowledge, “when Jupiter is well placed in the chart in its Dasa period, Jupiter is bound to bring spiritual awareness into the individual’s life”. For more detailed information see [[Hindu astrology].

Greek Astrology
Greek horoscopic astrology suggests that the stars influence the characteristics of individuals and predict important events in people’s lives based on the position of the stars at the time of birth or the specific time of the events. Ancients assumed that the configurations they use to make these predictions are real, and reliable. For more detailed information see Hellenistic astrology.

Science & Astronomy
To unaided eyes the most prominent pattern of the constellation of Sagittarius the archer is the teapot, an asterism of eight 2nd-and 3rd- magnitude stars that resemble this shape. Despite the large size of Teapot pattern, Sagittarius is actually several times larger encompassing an abundance of star clouds, clusters and bright and dark nebulae which can be seen with the aid of a telescope. It is believed that the brilliance of Sagittarius resides in the star clouds of the summer Milky way. These star clouds look similar to stream of steam coming from the spout of the Teapot, this flow concludes toward the northwest. From an ideal observing site the width of the galaxy reaches 45 degrees between the Lagoon Nebula and the Small Sagittarius cloud and the highest point of the galaxy includes and glowing oval 4 degrees long called the Large Sagittarius cloud.

Controversies
Research suggests that there is a divide between science and ancient beliefs as well as western astrology regarding the legitimacy of horoscopic predictions. Ancient authors use the configurations of the stars to predict earthly phenomenon, see more in the Astrological Beliefs & History section. These beliefs were never question or challenged in ancient times because there was no rational way of proving that the positions of the stars did not affect life on earth, there were no concrete scientific experiences to pose a counter argument. However, there are other challenges within Astrological beliefs through which the complexity of the transmission from one cultural area to another as well as how well the predications fit the actual phenomenon of the eager recipients. Due to the advancements in technology and Science in today’s society further research has been and is being carried out to display a more scientific approach to a partially theoretical or ideological subject. Science challenges these beliefs in suggesting that these predictions are not based on the configurations of the stars but rather calculated using a set of tables which determine the positions of the planets in the past, then using this information to predict significant events.