Egyptian signs: discover how the gods influence your way of being

Thousands of years ago in Egypt, a sage named imhotep instituted a calendar for his people, establishing that each new year would begin on the day the star Sothis appeared on the horizon of Memphis, the city of the pharaohs. Like ours, it was also divided into 12 months, and astrologers at the time assigned a deity to each month. Thus, people born in that period would receive the influences of these signs. Find out which of egyptian signs It’s yours right now and learn more!

All about the Egyptian zodiac signs and their characteristics

Ra (7/16 to 8/15)

Main deity of the Egyptians, Frog represents the Sun, the father of all living beings. Legend has it that one day his eye escaped from his body and the god sent his servants to rescue him. In a battle, he shed tears, which turned into humans. Those ruled by this Egyptian sign are strong, powerful and great leaders. In addition, they love to face new challenges, but are proud and do not accept to lose.

Neit (8/16 to 9/15)

The goddess of hunting was responsible for protecting the abode of the gods. Known for her great wisdom, she also favored housework and the education of children. Those born in this period are patient and very careful. Sometimes they get so attached to the details that they end up frustrated. Astrological advice is to learn to recognize and value what is really important in life.

Maat (9/16 to 10/15)

The goddess of truth, justice and balance is the fruit of a bird’s love for the Sun. Legend has it that, when flying towards the rays, the bird died burnt and one of its feathers was released in the air, giving rise to Maat. Those ruled by this Egyptian sign are fair and wise people. Great observers, they like what is beautiful and conquer everyone around them. On the other hand, they are indecisive and even dependent on the opinion of others.

Osiris (10/16 to 11/15)

This god ruled his people very justly. but your brother set, out of envy and jealousy, killed him and cut his body into 14 pieces. The goddess Isiswife of osiris, put the parts together and resurrected him, transforming him into the god of renewal. People of this sign are persistent, fighter and owners of intense emotions. They are suspicious, but they use powerful intuition to escape dangers.

Hathor (11/16 to 12/15)

She is the goddess of joy, protector of pleasures, love, music and dance. Hattor it represents vanity, so its protégés are sensual, jovial, have an enormous capacity to love and are always in high spirits. At the same time, they don’t like to be contradicted and need to learn to face problems with good humor in order to find happiness.

Anubis (12/16 to 1/15)

This god was feared for his severity and lack of emotion. According to legend, he was the one who guided the dead on their last journey and, on this journey, judged souls, deciding who would be saved or punished. People of this Egyptian sign are strong-willed, patient and intelligent. However, they can be proud and ambitious. Their perseverance makes them overcome any obstacle to get where they want to be.

Bastet (1/16 to 2/15)

Goddess of Wild Cats, Bastet defended her husband, the god Frogwho fought every night against the evil serpent (Apep). She was admired for her agility and vigor. Those born in this period have a good heart, are loyal, humanitarian and cheerful. He has a talent for the arts and loves to give and receive affection. However, he values ​​independence, tends to rebel and can rebel for no reason.

Tauret (2/16 to 3/15)

She is the goddess of fertility, protector of pregnant women and births. Legend says she was tauret who fertilized the land in Egypt, as he caused the floods by sinking his huge body in the waters of the River Nile. Those born under his influence are extremely kind, sensitive, mystical people with strong intuition. They must save their energy to use it at the right times.

Sekhmet (3/16 to 4/15)

Considered the eye of the Sun, the goddess of strength and war was charged with destroying the enemies of Frog and the pharaoh. the natives of sekhmet they are strong, vigorous and full of vitality. They have great magnetism and do very well in bold, innovative and adventurous projects. They just need to be careful with excesses and impulsiveness. Therefore, they must learn to channel their strength for good.

Ptah (4/16 to 5/15)

According to legend, he is the creator of everything, magician, lord of snakes and fish. god of male fertility, Ptah represents the generating force of life and protects the arts. Those born in this period have a talent for the most varied artistic activities and for everything related to the construction of objects. They are firm, patient and insistent people. They should use these virtues for their spiritual development.

Toth (5/16 to 6/15)

Upon recovering the eye Frogwho had fled from the body of the great god, toth he won the Moon as a reward, becoming the ruler of the stars, of the night, of time and of measures, lord of the word, of light and of the intellect. Those belonging to this Egyptian sign are intelligent, quick-witted and carry the gift of communication. They are sensitive, but they can be more cold and fickle in affective relationships.

Isis (6/16 to 7/15)

She was married to her brother, osiris. Your other brothers, Seth and Nephthys, also formed a couple, which was common in ancient Egyptian mythology. But one day, osiris betrayed her with Nephthys. Vengeful, set killed osiris. Nonetheless, Isismercifully, raised him up and made him her son, horusface set to regain the power of the father. Like the goddess of motherhood, those born in this period are faithful, kind, understanding and sentimental. In addition, they have a strong maternal or paternal instinct.

Now that you know the characteristics of your Egyptian zodiac sign, take the opportunity to continue the process of self-knowledge and make your own. full astral map here!

Text: Sabrina Magalhães | Editing: Marcos Cardinalli, Milena Garcia and Renata Rocha