For a long time I had detailed descriptions of twelve star sign compatibilities on my website. I even gave them star ratings. The relationship between Aquarius and Cancer got one star, between Aries and Capricorn three stars and between Virgo and Capricorn five.
Looking at the traffic to my website, it was clear that most of my visitors wanted to know about their love life and, in particular, their compatibility with their real or expected partners. While I was grateful for this traffic, it seemed unbalanced and didn’t reflect what I wanted to focus on. Therefore, I changed the website and removed all the pages about zodiac signs and compatibility.
That’s not to say I’m not interested in zodiac signs and romance. far from there In the mid-1990s, I co-authored a book called Sex, Stars and Seduction, which I fear has been out of print for a long time. The book was packed with information about the interaction between the twelve signs, and I really think that when it comes to astrology and love, I know what I’m talking about.
however, it is important to keep the star signs in perspective. Before the 20th century, astrologers did not classify people according to their zodiac signs and certainly did not use them to assess romantic compatibility.
However, the fact that a technique has little or no tradition does not mean that it is irrelevant. By comparing the zodiac signs of two people, you can gain valuable insight into the nature of their relationship. However, you should realize that zodiac sign compatibility is unlikely to give you an indication of whether or not a relationship will work out.
As for the basis of compatibility of zodiac signs, it is about angles. The twelve signs of the zodiac are at different angles to each other, and some angles are easier than others. These angles increase by thirty degrees, because the Zodiac circle has 360 degrees, and 360 divided by 12 is 30. So we have the sequence 0, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, and 180.
The pairs of signs are as follows:
0 degrees: Aries-Aries, Taurus-Taurus, Gemini-Gemini, Cancer-Cancer, Leo-Leo, Virgo-Virgo, Libra-Libra, Scorpio-Scorpio, Sagittarius-Sagittarius, Capricorn-Capricorn, Aquarius-Aquarius, Pisces-Pisces.
30 degrees: Aries-Pisces, Aries-Taurus, Taurus-Gemini, Gemini-Cancer, Cancer-Leo, Leo-Virgo, Virgo-Libra, Libra-Scorpio, Scorpio-Sagittarius, Sagittarius-Capricorn, Capricorn-Aquarius, Aquarius-Pisces.
60 degrees: Aries-Aquarius, Aries-Gemini, Taurus-Pisces, Taurus-Cancer, Gemini-Leo, Cancer-Virgo, Leo-Libra, Virgo-Scorpio, Libra-Sagittarius, Scorpio-Capricorn, Sagittarius-Aquarius, Capricorn-Pisces.
90 degrees: Aries-Capricorn, Aries-Cancer, Taurus-Aquarius, Taurus-Leo, Gemini-Pisces, Gemini-Virgo, Cancer-Libra, Leo-Scorpio, Virgo-Sagittarius, Libra-Capricorn, Scorpio-Aquarius, Sagittarius-Pisces.
120 degrees: Aries-Sagittarius, Aries-Leo, Taurus-Capricorn, Taurus-Virgo, Gemini-Aquarius, Gemini-Libra, Cancer-Pisces, Cancer-Scorpio, Leo-Sagittarius, Virgo-Capricorn, Libra-Aquarius, Scorpio-Pisces.
150 degrees: Aries-Virgo, Aries-Scorpio, Taurus-Libra, Taurus-Sagittarius, Gemini-Scorpio, Gemini-Capricorn, Cancer-Sagittarius, Cancer-Aquarius, Leo-Capricorn, Leo-Pisces, Virgo-Aquarius.
180 degrees: Aries-Libra, Taurus-Scorpio, Gemini-Sagittarius, Cancer-Capricorn, Leo-Aquarius, Virgo-Pisces.
The starting angle is zero degrees. In other words, where two signs are equal. For example a relationship between two Taurus, or two Gemini. Astrologers generally consider this to be lucky. Two people with the same star sign will often have a similar approach to life, and the mutual chemistry can be quite compelling.
However, the strong compatibility may be too good. The couple could get in each other’s way and start to get in the way of each other’s style. Also, if it is a heterosexual relationship, the woman may be attracted to the man because she reminds her of her father. This might not always be healthy.
The next angle is 30 degrees, and this describes two signs that are next to each other. Like Aries and Taurus, or Leo and Virgo. At first glance, two signs that are next to each other will not get along very well, because these signs will always be very different from each other. In practice, 30 degree ratios often work well, and this could have something to do with the fact that the planets Mercury and Venus are never too far from the Sun.
So many people with the Sun in Leo will have Mercury or Venus, or both, in the next sign from Virgo. As a result, many Leos are able to form excellent relationships with Virgoans.
Probably the best angle is 60 degrees, where the signs are separated by two. For example Aries-Gemini, or Virgo-Scorpio. There’s a general likeability between the two signs, but they’re just different enough not to step on each other’s toes. So if you’re looking for a long-term relationship, with a minimum of hassle, this might be the combination for you.
signs that are 90 degreesapart they are often powerfully attracted to each other, though their differences tend to outweigh their similarities. There may be passion, but there could also be many arguments.
An example of a 90-degree relationship is the one between Bill and Hillary Clinton. He is Leo, she is Scorpio.
Relationships between signs that are 120 degrees apart it can be very harmonious. Things run smoothly and there is a natural understanding between the two parties. It’s because signs that are 120 degrees from each other have the same element. So Taurus and Capricorn are both Earth signs, Libra and Aquarius are both Air signs.
When the signs are 150 degrees Other than that, they have nothing in common, other things being equal, and it’s probably a combination to avoid. Although it doesn’t seem to bother Barack and Michelle Obama, who are respectively Leo and Capricorn.
The most interesting pairs are those that are 180 degrees besides. The two signs are on opposite sides of the zodiac and there can be a compulsive chemistry.
However, just because two people are attracted to each other doesn’t mean they should be in a relationship. The 180 degree combination can be stormy and even self-destructive.
Criminal duo Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, better known as Bonnie and Clyde, had their zodiac signs 180 degrees from each other. Bonnie Parker was Libra, Clyde Barrow was Aries. Their relationship was dynamic and exciting, but it ended in a hail of bullets.
Of course that is an extreme example. 180-degree relationships don’t have to end badly, but there is a fundamental tension that can have explosive results.
I have now covered the underlying structure of zodiac sign compatibility. It is clear that the zodiac sign’s approach to relationships is very general and is hampered by the fact that it does not take into account other factors in the horoscope, for example, the Moon, Venus and Mars.
Given these circumstances, you should avoid getting excited or disappointed about the zodiac sign compatibility. If you’re an Aries and you’re crazy about someone who’s also an Aries, don’t think that just because you have the same zodiac signs you can have a happy relationship with them. On the other hand, if you are Leo, and you have just discovered that the man or woman of your dreams is Pisces, do not fall asleep crying in despair!
Instead, consider star sign compatibility as a way to gain additional insight. It can provide insight into the strengths and weaknesses of a particular relationship, and it can give you guidance on how best to interact with your partner.
And given the general nature of this type of astrology, I would strongly recommend that you don’t accept or reject someone just because they have the “right” or “wrong” zodiac sign.