Introduction

Libra is the seventh zodiac in the system. It is known as "Tula" in Hindi. People who are born between the time periods of 23rd September to 22nd October are said to be falling under the zodiac sign of Libra. Chitra, Swati and Vishakha are the Nakshatras under this zodiac. Libra is active, artistic, easygoing, peaceful, diplomatic, polished, prizes beauty and harmony and is very socially inclined.

Ruling Planet of Libra

The ruling planet of Libra is Venus, Goddess of love and beauty. In astrology, Venus rules plea-sure, social pursuits, art and adornment. Its influence also inclines toward self-indulgence and love of luxury.

Libra as Moon Sign

Libra as Moon Sign are the people who have warm and friendly personalities, and are generally sought out by others. Moon Sign can reveal a lot about ones personality, emotions and intuition. This is an air moon, so Libra moon sign people are intelligent and ruled by a sense of fairness. They like to work together in partnerships, and are very agreeable. Those born with the Libra as Moon Sign have a breezy elegance that makes them sought-after companions.

A Moon in Libra modifies ones Sun Sign in this way:
• The bright side of Libra as Moon Sign are more adaptable, creative, charming, good-natured and diplomatic.
• The dark side of Libra as Moon Sign are more indecisive, self-indulgent, dependent, frivolous and changeable.

Characteristic Features of Libra as Moon Sign
Libra is the sign of aesthetic perceptions, and here the Moon"s romantic, glamorous influence is accentuated. People with this sign have a keen appreciation for beauty and art, and an artistic eye. They also have a heightened awareness of their environment and of other people. However, what they truly value are those experiences that make life more beautiful and pleasing. They abhor coarseness, vulgarity or strife. Their immediate reaction to anything unpleasant is to deny it, or, if that is impossible, at least to put it in its best possible light. They try to surround themselves with comfort and lovely objects in a tranquil and luxurious environment.

The Moon in the balanced sign of Libra, endows one with an open, independent mind that tries to evaluate the world dispassionately and rationally. A Moon in Libra also confers great personal charm and enhances the ability to get along with people. They are marvellous at understanding the other person"s point of view. For the most part they are pleasing and easy to live with and have a genial nature. Libra is the astrological sign of partnership, and as a Moon is native they function well in that relationship. To a large extent, what they accomplish depends on other people.

People born under this moon sign usually love with their head rather than their heart. To become their lover, a person has to posses certain qualities, such as good looks and elegant social manners. For them love is more an aesthetic pleasure than passion. These people may go through a number of affairs and marriages before they finally settle down with someone with whom they are mentally compatible. When they are in a contented marriage, it is a source of great satisfaction to them because it answers their need for security and reassurance, and they truly enjoy sharing.

Elements in Libra as Moon Sign
Born with any Sun Sign, the Libra-Moon qualities of refinement and grace can be traced in the character. People with certain elements in Libra as Moon Sign are as follows:

• Air: If ones Sun is in an air sign (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius), Libra Moon accentuates their keen mentality and gives them an unsurpassed ability to win favour with other people.
• Earth: If ones Sun is in an earth sign (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn), Libra Moon endows their strength of purpose with a creative bent; this is a winning combination for entrepreneurs and those dealing with the public.
• Water: If ones Sun is in a water sign (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces), Libra Moon underlines the intuitive, imaginative side of their personality and gives a strong, balanced intellectual approach.
• Fire: If ones Sun is in a fire sign (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius), Libra Moon heightens their magnetism and flair, and aids their ability to put original ideas into successful action.

Whatever one"s Sun sign, a Moon in Libra gives them a polished, charming manner with people, an instinct for fairness and artistic vision.

Ascendants of Libra

Ascendants of Libra is the name given to the rising sign on the eastern horizon during the time of birth of an individual. People, who have Libra as their rising sign, have Venus as their ruling planet. The Ascendants of Libra is an important consideration for evaluating a personality. Libra rising is known to play a significant role in the development of character, along with having an influence on physical characteristics.

Features of Ascendants of Libra
Libra is a most pleasing and harmonious Ascendant. If an individual have Libra rising, they have natural charm, grace, and poise. They are extremely social-minded and take pleasure in being with other people in a convivial atmosphere. Parties, holidays, laughter, fun and good times are what Libra Ascendants revel in. They have a gay and genial personality and are full of hope for the future. No matter what disappointments today may bring, Rising-Librans fantasize happy tomorrows and look forward to living them.

One of their problems is that they are easily thrown into despair and depression, especially by downhearted and discour¬aging people. Libra is the sign of balance, but it doesn"t take much to push Libra Ascendants off balance. Basically, however, their spirits are optimistic and blithe.

Ascendants of Libra are born with a great sense of fairness, and nothing angers them more than to see injustice go uncor¬rected. They are deeply upset by cruelty, violence, blood¬shed and strife. To them, life should be serene and content, but it must, above all, be fair.

Libra Ascendants are refined, neat and discriminat¬ing. Their aloof quality is some¬times hard for others to figure out, but it will never leave them even though they function so well with other people.

Libra-Rising gravitates towards artistic and creative endeavours, but dislikes hard work and prefers to take the easy way out. They don"t have to seek the spotlight, as it shines on them. They don"t struggle to find suc¬cess; luck often comes to Libra Ascendants through a partner, mate or close association.

Ascendants of Libra like travel, new people and new projects. They hap¬pily throw themself into enterprises that promise excite¬ment or diversion. They weigh a decision carefully, vacillating between one course of action and another; but still hesitate even they"ve finally decided. There is a timidity behind all this pondering, a fear of taking risks. They are unhappy when single and fond of being married. Somewhere along the way Libra Ascendants are likely to gain wealth and material possessions through a marriage partner.

As a Libra-Rising person, they tend to have a strik¬ingly good-looking face, graceful and symmetrical bone structure, and a radiant smile. Their body is usually curv¬ing or round, though not necessarily fat.

The planet Venus, which rules Libra, is very promi¬nent in their horoscope. The influence of Venus bestows beauty, charm, social graces, romantic nature, an appreciation for art, music, and decoration. It also encourages superficiality, jealousy, laziness, dependence on others and a weak will.

Physical Characteristics of Libra

Venus is the Goddess of beauty and many Librans, if not beautiful, are at least pleasant looking. Most people born under this sun sign have even and well-balanced features. A Libran has a charming appearance, high forehead, bow-shaped mouth and curly or wavy hair.

General Characteristics of Libra

Librans are the seekers of love and harmony. They are also fair and logical. This is what a Libran is all about, he balances the scales and does it with sweet manners and gentle smile; hence the environment around a Libran seems simply heavenly. A Libran is also a judge and bases the decisions on what he sees and perceives. People born under this zodiac have deep sense of aesthetics and beauty. Their wardrobe is elegant and they are often keen on the pleasant interior decor.

Each Libran is an artist at heart, and hopelessly romantic. A Libran, if not happily married, will always be in love with someone or the other. Good music, good food and elegant surrounding with a pleasant stimulating conversation is all it takes to bring the bright side of a Libran. They love knowledge and usually are avid book readers and collectors. In spite of the fact that many a times they are extremely brash and satirical, they are a social delight with loads of compassion, optimism and charm. Libran women are known to be superbly elegant with loads of hidden strength within their feminine grace. Libra people tend to stir up ill feelings from others in situations having to do with love. Because they are indecisive and sometimes make a declaration of love too easily, Librans both anger and disappoint lovers. They also have a tendency to be fickle and faithless.

Astrology and Health for Libra

Astrology and Health for Libra is a guidance that helps to manage ones precious health. Astrological factors causing health risks and other astrological reasons contributing to poor health are effectively addressed in Libra health predictions.

Part of Body Ruled by Libra
The sign of Libra rules the kidneys, lumbar region (which includes the lower spine and back), and the buttocks. Libra women tend to have graceful lower spines and curvaceous buttocks, and Libra men have well-shaped, muscular backs. As a rule, natives of this sign enjoy good health, although sometimes in adolescence it is delicate and then balances out in adulthood.

Venus, the planet that rules Libra, holds sway over skin, hair and veins, as well as the throat, kidneys and lumbar region. Librans are known for their fine skin, pleasing features and good bone structure.

Health Issues for Libra
Librans are prone toward weakness in the lower back, and this is the first place in the body to suffer when Librans overexert themselves. They also are predisposed toward kidney ailments and skin breakouts. In winter, they may be afflicted with cold hands and feet because of poor blood circulation. In many ways, their health is influenced by their surroundings and relationships. Any disturbance, dissension or disagreement makes Librans wretchedly unhappy and undermines their ability to work or function.

Diet and Health Tips for Libra
Balance is the key to Libra"s health and well-being - balanced diet, balance of work and recreation and balanced relationships with other people. Libra"s cell salt is sodium phosphate, which equalizes the balance of acids and alkalis in the body and rids the body of waste material. It"s important for Librans to keep a proper balance between acids and alkali in the body, for too much acidity will interfere with proper kidney function. Good food sources for this mineral are strawberries, apples, raisins, almonds, asparagus, peas, corn, carrots, spinach, beets, radishes, tomatoes, wheat, brown rice and oatmeal. Librans function best with a high-protein diet that is low in fat, sugar and acid-producing foods.

Librans have sensitive skins that immediately show the effect like lack of sleep, rich food and too much champagne. They should drink plenty of water to keep their systems flushed out and free of toxins, and should avoid alcohol and carbonated drinks, which are bad for the kidneys. Mild exercise, especially back exercises, will strengthen a weak lower back and keep the body supple.

Amorous Zones of Libra
The lower back and the buttocks are very sensitive in Librans. A simple massage on these areas will thoroughly relax Librans.

Career of Librans

Librans are inherent artists and are quite successful in arts related fields. They can be good writers, actors, composers, interior decorators, lawyers and civil servants.

Amorous Nature of Libra

Amorous Nature of Libra is intelligent, kind and always willing to put others before themselves, Libras value harmony in all forms. Ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty, Libra adores a life that looks good. Venus represents the qualities of love, romance, sensuality, culture, beauty, affection and social appeal. Libra seeks balanced exchange in one-on-one partnerships and marriage, and seeks harmony in groups.

Amorous Nature of Libra Woman
As a true child of Venus, Libra woman is in love with the idea of being loved. Expert in the art of enchanting men, she views love as an art form. She is, first and foremost, an actress, and her lovemaking is high drama, even though there is only an audience of one. A Venus woman is the sole person on the stage. The spotlight is on her. Libra wants to be the brightest star in the heaven.

The allure of Libra woman involves all the senses. She is a creative artist, knows about food and has refined taste in dressing and decoration. She has a talent for bringing out beauty in life. Sometimes, a Libran woman in love feels that the emotional demands of the role are too much and she needs a rest from her histrionics. This is because Libra is as lazy in love as in most other areas.

To some people, the Libra woman appears to project a succession of images rather than an integrated personality. She deals in moods and nuances, and expects others to sense her desires without her having to declare them. She is always looking for a perfect companion to enhance her image, but that companion exists only in her mirror. But as time goes on she becomes discriminating. The glamour of transient affairs fades and she is increasingly drawn to the lustre of a permanent relationship.

Amorous Nature of Libra Man
Libra man is almost too popular with women because he has the rare ability to relate to them on what might be called a feminine level. He has great personal charm and elegance and a refined aesthetic sense. He gets so much attention from the opposite sex that he is a little spoiled. If a woman does not catch his interest quickly, he moves to a more promising conquest.

Libra man spends an enormous amount of time and energy cultivating relationships. He may claim that what he wants is a stable, long-term love affair, but if so he wants it to be the perfect love affair. He is an incorrigible idealist, always looking for the perfect mate, someone to appreciate and understand him.

Libra male will go a long way out of his way to steer clear of upsetting influences. A woman will find it hard to pick a fight with him, for he never wants to give even the appearance of being unreasonable. The Libran man is very responsive to admiration and flattery, and can be a most imaginative lover.

Impressing a Libra
Librans are the jewels of the zodiac – they exist to be admired. Their environment is that of the social arts, the world of good manners and pleasantries. Librans have a great many interests like theatre, antiques, decorating, art collecting and are marvellous conversationalists. Of course, their favourite topic is themselves. So, to impress a Libra person, one must pay the most generous compliment they can think of that has some grounding in truth and the Librans will be charmed by him/ her.

Librans dote on luxury and often judge people by the kind of places they go to. Atmosphere means a good deal. If anyone is trying to please a Libran, show the taste. Librans like to be proud of their dates.

Cusps of Libra

Cusps of Libra are the individuals born when the Sun was on the verge of changing signs with Virgo and Scorpio. They tend to take traits from both sides of the cusp. Individuals born on a cusp often identify with two signs and become a hybrid of both. Those born under this cusp are harmonious and beautiful.

Virgo/ Libra Cusp (September 23 through September 27)
Individuals born on this cusp are Libra with Virgo tendencies. They are people-oriented and possess a talent for making others like them. The Virgo-Libra cusp people possess great analytical skills and are also very imaginative, sometimes preferring to keep to themselves. They are aware of their public image and always strive to make the best impression. These individuals like to keep their emotions on an even keel, but tend to be enthusiastically happy.

They are always full of ideas and contain an idealistic approach. Those attached with them are always attracted to their youthfulness and attractiveness. Accordingly this cusp is a combination of beauty and charm, which can be both internal. Influenced by Mercury and Venus they are always sensitive to their eternal existence. Virgo-Libra is health-conscious, which helps them take good care of themselves and their children.

Positively, they are associated with balance, equilibrium, the state of bliss and artistic equivalence that brings fulfilment.
Negatively, they are elitist, snobbish and addictive. They can lack in emotional or intuitive areas.
Libra/ Scorpio Cusp (October 18 through October 22)
Those born on this cusp are Libra with Scorpio tendencies. They have magnetic personal charm and usually try to manoeuvre situations so that they are the one who controls or directs. They know how to work hard and achieve a goal. They are skilful in dealing with people. This Libra-Scorpio cusp is a powerful place to be. They have a captivating social nature. This cusp is often called the "Cusp of Drama and Criticism". They are artistic, serious critics and skilled workers. This period can be linked to peak of maturity. They are wonderful children, good student and respectable parents. These cuspers can be powerful and achieve great things.

Positively, their sensuality attracts others, even when they are not aware of it.
Negatively, they are impatient, quick-tempered, don"t like arguments and wills to keep peace. Punctuality is not their strong points.

Compatibility Signs for Libra

Compatibility Signs for Libra are with a partner who seeks peace and harmony in a relationship over and above edginess and challenge. Libra governs partnerships, relationships and close associations. Ruled by Venus, the planet that governs love, beauty and money, Libras adore high art, intellectualism and connoisseurship. The most compatible signs with Libra are generally considered to be Gemini, Leo, Sagittarius and Aquarius. The least compatible signs with Libra are generally considered to be Cancer and Capricorn.

The Compatibility Signs for Libra with other zodiacs are as follows:

Libra and Aries: While they are immediately attracted to each other, tensions also immediately arise. Libra looks for harmony and peace, while restless Aries aggressively seeks new challenges and new worlds to conquer. Libra considers Aries rude and tactless; Aries thinks Libra is hopelessly unwilling to face facts. Passionate Aries is also offended by Libra"s shallow emotions.

Libra and Taurus: This couple shares a love of music and art, but has not much else in common. Taurus is a homebody, which bores Libra, who likes to shine socially. Libra spends lots of money on luxuries; Taurus advocates financial caution. Libra dislikes Taurus"s dictatorial ways and quickly loses patience with Taurus"s stodgy attitudes.

Libra and Gemini: Pleasure-loving Libra and high-spirited Gemini are an ideal mating. Both are curious, vivacious and affectionate. For them, love is a carousel that never stops. No jealousy or possessiveness will spoil their good times. Both tend to be quite indecisive, so there will be lots of discussion but not a lot of action. However, both know how to use charm to get other people to do things for them.

Libra and Cancer: Cancer might eventually understand Libra"s romantic nature, but Cancer is too cautious to press indecisive Libra for the emotional response it needs. Disappointed at Libra"s shallowness, Cancer turns sharply critical, and those crab-claws cut deep. Money-oriented Cancer is also annoyed by Libra"s extravagance. Libra loves the glittering social life; Cancer is happiest in the warmth of its own home.

Libra and Leo: Libra"s amorous playfulness blends marvellously with Leo"s dash and energy. Libra does have to approach Leo carefully on matters involving ego, but that will not be a problem for tactful Libra. In a real conflict, Libra knows how to yield gracefully. Together they share a love of luxury, going to parties and creating a beautiful home that serves as a stage set for these two stars.

Libra and Virgo: Libra is too affectionate and frivolous for emotionally inhibited Virgo, who takes love very seriously. Virgo will not express flowery admiration, which is the stuff of life to Libra. Stay-at-home Virgo resents Libra"s social-butterfly instincts and pursuit of pleasure. Libra finds Virgo fussy, critical and completely inflexible.

Libra and Libra: Equally demonstrative, lively, warm, sociable, in love with beautiful things, they enjoy pleasing each other in many ways. But with these two, there is a great sense of playing at love. A problem is that neither wants to face reality. Though they are charming, peace-loving and adaptable, each needs a stronger balance than the other can provide.

Libra and Scorpio: At first, Scorpio"s intensity in love flatters Libra, who is always looking for any new form of attention. But Scorpio is also touchy, moody and quick to lash out in anger, which is just the kind of person Libra cannot bear. Possessive Scorpio tries to control a lover, but Libra has a need for diversion and will not stay in Scorpio"s net.

Libra and Sagittarius: Libra is stimulated by Sagittarius"s eagerness for adventure, and Sagittarius is drawn to Libra"s affectionate charm. Both are highly romantic, though this quality is more dominant in Libra. Charming, clever Libra knows how to appeal to Sagittarius"s intellectual side and easily keeps Sagittarius intrigued. This pairing should develop into a fun-filled, free and delightful relationship.

Libra and Capricorn: Libra needs flattery and attention, but Capricorn keeps its affections buried. Sentimental, in-love-with-love Libra will not get much understanding from realistic, materialistic Capricorn. And Libra"s lazy, easygoing ways will offend Capricorn, who believes in hard work and achievement at any price.

Libra and Aquarius: Libra"s indolently sensual nature is stirred to life by Aquarius"s bold and experimental lovemaking. And these two have all the makings of a beautiful friendship; harmonious vibes in socializing, artistic interests, even an involvement in public affairs. These two will enjoy the friendship side of an affair as much as the romantic part. With a satisfying love life and a mutual enjoyment of living, all signals are go.

Libra and Pisces: They start off fine, since both are sentimental and affectionate. Both want to impose their romantic visions on reality. But Pisces needs domination, reassurance and constant attention, and Libra soon finds that cloying and restrictive. Pisces senses that Libra"s commitment is often insincere and that Libra"s charm is mostly superficial.

Gemstones for Libra

The luckiest gemstone for the Libra individuals is Opal. This stone has enormous energy within it to support the motion and put an end to all kinds of inactivity. The gemstone can take the Libran successfully through all the ups and downs of life. The other gemstones for Libra include Peridot, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Aquamarine and Agate.