This is the sign of extremes. Scorpio is described as powerful, weak, independent, clinging, passionate and cold – a bundle of contradictions. Magnetic, emotional, capable of exerting tremendous force, your strength is hidden in the depths.
All the water signs tend to be psychic, but Scorpio delves into the powers of the mind that others are afraid of. This is the zodiacal sign of birth, sex, death, and regeneration – areas of human existence in which a person confronts the mysteries of the universe.
Scorpio is fascinated by mystery and is constantly searching for truth, meaning and purpose. What others may find unpleasant, Scorpio embraces as it has no problem with delving into dark secrets.
Ferociously persistent and extremely strong-willed, Scorpio is agile in sidestepping obstacles and figuring out a dozen new ways to achieve a goal. Paradoxically, flexibility is one of Scorpio’s most effective methods of controlling situations.
For a Scorpio to be out of control is to be in psychic danger. Nothing is worse than being swept away by outside forces. The unevolved Scorpio tries to control other people and manipulate situations for its own greed. When evolved, it controls in positive ways – putting order into chaotic situations, being of use to others and therefore meeting an unfilled need and arranging its personal environment so it works
smoothly. The forces of light and dark continually oppose each other in Scorpio’s turbulent psyche.
Scorpio is surrounded by an air of mystery and jealously guards its privacy. It keeps its weaknesses secret to avoid being vulnerable to attack and injury. However, Scorpio will do their best to uncover the secrets of others and can ferret out any information with determination. Knowledge is power to Scorpio and having it allows it to be in control. Scorpio prefers to attack first, rather than be threatened.
A strong seductive quality draws others close to Scorpio. It may take a while for Scorpio to accept another, but once a commitment is made, their love and devotion is complete and all-consuming. If Scorpio is betrayed, it vengefully unleashes the full force of its hate and fury. Recognizing that to make room for something new the old must be destroyed, Scorpio rids itself of anything no longer serving its purpose.
Nature: Feminine
House: 8th
Polarity: Taurus, Negative
Quality: Fixed
Ruling Planet: Mars and Pluto
Element: Water
Colors: Crimson, Burgundy, Maroon
Body Parts: Genitals
Metal: Plutonium
Birthstone: Topaz
Dominant Keyword: “I DESIRE”
Most Likable Trait: IDEALISM
Key words: Loyal, passionate, resourceful, observant, dynamic, jealous, obsessive, suspicious, strong, proud, powerful, mysterious, temper, imaginative, emotional, adaptable, subtle, persistent, intense, obstinate, unyielding.
Glyph: The pictograph is the stinger of the Scorpion connected to a representation of the human reproductive organs (the part of the anatomy that Scorpio rules). This was the symbol in ancient times for the phoenix bird of immortality and regeneration. In symbolic terms, the curved lines and arrow represent strong emotions tied to practicality and aiming toward high consciousness.
Myth: Scorpio was a giant scorpion sent forth be the earth-goddess Gaia to slay the giant Orion when he threatened to slay all the beasts of the earth.