Aries (astrology)


Aries is an astrological sign that is associated with the constellation Aries. Under the tropical zodiac, Aries is occupied by the Sun from March 21 to April 19 (depending on the exact year), by definition beginning at vernal equinox. Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently from April 15 to May 15. The opposite sign to Aries is Libra.

The corresponding month in the Babylonian calendar is Arax Nisânu, dedicated to Anu and Bel.

The symbol for the astrological sign of Aries originates from the cluster of stars which constitute the head of the Aries (constellation) according to the work of Doctor Acacandam dating from 1592. The head of Aries is given the name of Aluathay or Salhay and it consists of four stars.