Sagittarius Zodiac Sign: Characteristics & Associated Crystals

Sagittarius, the ninth sign of the zodiac, is the home of the wanderers of the zodiac. It’s not a mindless ramble for these folks, either. Sags are truth-seekers, and the best way for them to do this is to hit the road, talk to others and get some answers.

Knowledge is key to these folks since it fuels their broad-minded approach to life. Those born with a Sagittarius zodiac sign are keenly interested in philosophy and religion, and they find that these disciplines aid their internal quest. At the end of the day, what Sagittarius wants most is to know the meaning of life, and to accomplish this while feeling free and easy.

Sagittarius Symbolism + Myth

The Sagittarius zodiac symbol of the Centaur is based on the Greek mythological association with Chiron, the great teacher of music, medicine, hunting, and prophecy. Chiron healed the hero Achilles and mentored him in archery and many other great arts when he cared for him as a child. Achilles later grew to be victorious in the Trojan War, likely having learned to be brave and clever while under the tutelage of this benevolent centaur.

Sagittarius’ connection to travel, higher knowledge, and truth-seeking stem from the centaur race’s questing attributes, yet mostly from Chiron, who was the kindest, most generous and friendly to humans of them all. Being half-human and half-beast, the centaur/archer holds both an intelligent civilised side, and also an untamed, bestial nature, embodying a balance of primal instinct and wisdom.

Sagittarius Element, Mode, and Season

In the western tropical zodiac, Sagittarius season begins on November 22, commencing at the end of the Autumn in the Northern Hemisphere. It’s a time of year when the days have begun to get shorter, and the night begins to dominate. There is a feeling of change in the air as the last warm days of the fall begin to wane, and the hints of the oncoming cold, insular season of winter are beginning to take hold of the weather.

Mutual Mode

Sagittarius is the third of the four mutable signs of the zodiac, who all hold an elemental energy of change and adaptation at the transitional end of the four seasons. Sagittarius’ fiery and mutable presence begins to clear the stage for the next seasonal performance and helps describe Sagittarius’ restless, change-seeking, and adventurous nature.

Fire Element

Sagittarius’ element is fire, the lightest, brightest element, thought by ancient astrologers to be akin to the divine light of the stars and the vital, life-giving rays of the sun. Sag’s affinity for enthusiasm, truth-seeking, authenticity, and at times brutal honesty, is kindled in the fire element.

Sagittarius Characteristics

Personality

Sagittarius’ traits are derived from its active, masculine, or yang qualities, making this sign oriented toward assertive engagement with the outer world. Alive in both a Sagittarius woman or Sagittarius man, those born with the centaur as their rising, sun, or moon sign have enthusiastic energy in their core personality; like the joyous, benevolent qualities of Jupiter.

As a mutable sign, the Centaur holds the power to be a change-maker, giving those with prominent Sagittarius in their charts a natural affinity for adaptation, exploring the world, as well as teaching and practicing diverse forms of spiritual devotion and philosophy. Ruled by expansive Jupiter, Sagittarius natives can be thought of as the “seekers” of the zodiac who like to expand their minds by seeking out new perspectives and experiences.

Strengths

The primary strength of Sagittarius is their optimism. Being born with a bold, jovial disposition, Sagittarius natives usually find it easy to feel happy, enthusiastic, and to see the bright side of life. Being influenced by Jupiter’s affirming and confident nature, Sagittarians rarely succumb to self-doubt and are usually able to propel themselves forward in life, believing that everything will work out for the best.

The Centaur’s thirst for travel and adventure takes on an epic significance, where they see their lives unfolding like the plot of a mythopoetic tale, always carrying them to the right place, at the right time. Since their lives are likely to be filled with fascinating experiences, they are typically wonderful storytellers and great teachers, weaving universal messages of truth and inspiration into their lessons and tales.

Personal integrity is very dear to Sagittarians, and they will have a difficult time following the status quo or suffering what they feel to be false or inauthentic roles, ideas, or laws. When a Sagittarius feels moved by a cause, they’ll express what’s in their minds and hearts with great zeal, and conviction.

Like their fire sign neighbours, you will always know where you stand with a Sagittarius, but since they aspire to a sense of higher philosophy and greater truth, they rarely hold a grudge or have time to be petty.

Sagittarians are very unlikely to be possessive or materialistic since their lives prioritise being able to change, move, and adapt easily. Though they can be non-committal, they are also rarely jealous, extending the same freedoms to others that would also love to enjoy themselves.

Weaknesses

Some sources of weakness for Sagittarius are rooted in their great strengths. Being a mutable fire sign, Sagittarius will passionately state their opinions or principles in the moment, yet reserve the right to always change their mind, stating just as passionately their new views later on. This can be disorienting for others who were sure they knew their Sag colleague’s position on a matter, giving them a reputation for being unpredictable, or at times unreliable.

Due to their adventurous spirit, and love of change and travel, Sags are famously non-committal when it comes to plans, as they also reserve the right to change their agendas with their moods. When trying to get a Sagittarius lover to commit to a long-term relationship, people need to manage their expectations, as this fire sign loves to live in the moment and can sometimes break the hearts of those they leave behind.

The Archer’s optimism is generally positive, and even infectious, but they can become so enamored with their ideals that they become very ungrounded and unrealistic, finding regular life and its limitations to be inconvenient as well as disappointing. Sagittarius children, especially, will benefit from guidance on how to add healthy structure and commitment to their lives and friendships, so that they grow up with a sense of support when they need it most.

In classical astrology, Jupiter is associated with wise teachers and kings, giving natives from this sign a bold, authoritative way of speaking. This can verge on condescension, however, if they are not respectful of those they are communicating with, giving the other party the feeling of being spoken down to, or arrogantly dismissed. Like all fire signs, Sagittarius will have to manage their impulsivity, impatience, and short temper, which can present as the Centaur’s famous “brutal honesty”.

Sagittarius Compatibility

When exploring overall compatibility in astrology, it’s important to take more than the sun sign into consideration, as the rising sign, moon, and other planetary cross-connections will tell the whole story in relationships. That being said, Sagittarius natives will tend to blend best with fire signs and air signs; and may need to work harder on relationships with water signs and earth signs.

Fire Signs

Sagittarius will typically find great affinity in other fire signs, as they will understand each other’s impulsive, spontaneous nature. Aries can handle the Archer’s heat and brutal honesty and is independent enough to not feel left behind when Sagittarius’ life takes them out of town. The two will be active and lively together.

Sag with Leo can be a wonderful, inspiring, creative duo, but Leo may need more attention and assurance than free-spirited Archer can sometimes provide. Sagittarius with Sagittarius can be a great match, with affinity, understanding, and long-distance arrangements.

Air Signs

Air signs bring a natural complementary energy to Sagittarius, as air feeds fire, stoking it to grow and become more alive. Aquarius and Libra bring intelligence and curiosity to Sagittarius’ inspired and adventurous world.

Gemini, ruled by Mercury, brings playfulness, curiosity, and mischief to Sag’s adventurous life; and the two can have a complimentary or polarising relationship. Sagittarius can teach Gemini to keep their eye on the bigger picture, and not get too fixated on small details, and Gemini can challenge Sagittarius’ idealism by keeping them from getting too grandiose.

Water Signs

Water signs may have the biggest challenge when relating to this sign, even though they may bring emotional intelligence to help cool and counterbalance Sagittarius’ bold, enthusiastic, and wandering tendencies.

Cancer will be very good at caring for Sagittarius, which they will love, but Cancer may prefer to stay at home while Sagittarius roams the globe. Pisces will potentially share some spiritual and philosophical affinities with Sagittarius, with both signs being classically ruled by expansive Jupiter, yet may be too sensitive and private to fully appreciate the Archer’s brutal honesty.

Scorpio can bring sexual potency to a relationship with Sagittarius, but with Scorpio’s jealous tendencies, this is a potentially volatile match for the free-spirited Archer, who prefers to live in the moment.

Earth Signs

Earth signs can potentially stabilise Sag’s zealous nature, with Capricorn, the authoritative cardinal earth sign, having the fortitude to stand their ground in the face of Sag’s hubris.

Taurus, although dependable and loving, may be a bit too stubborn and rooted to roll with Sagittarius’ ever-changing plans.

Virgo may be too demure and focused on doing things perfectly to enjoy Sag’s wild, untamed tendencies.

In general, when Sagittarius joins forces with earth signs in work, they can cover a lot of ground together, with earth signs offering the practical realism to help Sag natives follow through on their inspirational ideas.

Extracts from Astrology.com

Crystals for the Sagittarius Star Sign

Turquoise	Garnet	Lapis Lazuli	Amethyst
Turquoise stands as a symbol of freedom. It is known to protect those who travel and boosts their intuition. This precious gemstone holds a strong connection with those born under Sagittarius. Its rich blue-green colour mirrors the vast sky and deep seas, portraying endless possibilities. Turquoise encourages Sagittarians to explore without limits, making it perfect for their adventurous spirit.	Garnet is known for boosting passion and courage. It’s a powerful stone that gives strength in tough situations. People believe it helps with love too. Garnets are perfect for Sagittarius who seek adventure. They protect travellers and bring them home safe. This stone makes you brave and ready to face challenges. It also adds fire to your soul, making every day exciting.	Lapis Lazuli brims with the energy of self-awareness. This can be a truly useful skill for Sagittarians who are used to blowing in and out like a hurricane and also for those who have a tendency to say yes even when they can’t follow it through. It can help with spiritual practices and creative talents and helps you stay connected to your gut no matter where your path leads in life.	Amethyst is one of the most spiritual stones you can find. As Sagittarians are famed for their restless energy and tendency to dash from one thing to the next, carrying an amethyst stone with them can bring the big chill factor. This beautiful purple stone can help balance you out with ease.

 

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