Capricorn: Constellation, Zodiac Sign, Symbol, Dates, & Facts

by Donavyn Hightower December 30, 2022

You have probably heard of Capricorns from time to time but not really sure about the energy and properties this zodiac sign possesses. Now we are going to have a seat in Thee Muvaship and learn about our Capricorn friends. We will explain the sign's constellation, dates, facts, plus more.

Capricorn the Zodiac Sign

Capricorn (Latin for "goat-horned") is the tenth astrological sign in the zodiac out of twelve total zodiac signs, originating from the constellation of Capricornus, the goat. This sign's governing period is from about December 22 to about January 19. The sign belongs to the Earth element and has a cardinal modality.

Did you know Capricorns are ruled by Saturn?

Saturn has commanding energy! This planet is associated with authority and structure. These limits and restrictions are meant to help us take responsibility and achieve. Since Capricorns are ruled by Saturn, Saturday aka Saturn Day is a significant day of the week energy wise.

Constellation

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In astronomy, Capricornus is a zodiacal constellation lying in the southern sky between Aquarius and Sagittarius. Its stars are faint, but Deneb Algedi (Arabic for “kid’s tail”) is the brightest star. Capricornus usually refers to the constellation, and Capricorn usually refers to the astrological sign.

Symbol

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Here are different symbols that symbolize Capricorn. Each one shows a tail of the seagoat which is a common depiction of Capricorn. A notorious explanation of the fishtail with which the goat is often represented is found in the Greek myth of Pan, who, to avoid the monster Typhon, jumped into the water just as he was changing into animal shape. The half above water assumed the shape of a goat while the lower half, the tail, assumed the shape of a fish.

Facts

Traits

Very practical

Self reliant

Ambitious

Grown-up since childhood

The responsible friend

Motivated by duty

Takes a while to warm up to people

Represses any emotion that gets in the way of success

Well-known Capricorns

Martin Luther King Jr.

Michelle Obama

Dolly Parton

Hayao Miyazaki

Zayn Malik

John Legend

Liam Hemsworth

Best Careers

Accountant

Lawyer

Landlord