Serpentine – the secret of the 13th sign of the zodiac

The existence of the Serpent (Ophiuchus) as the 13th sign of the zodiac continues to generate considerable interest and debate within the astrology community. Traditionally, the zodiac is made up of 12 signs that correspond to constellations along the ecliptic – the path that the Sun appears to travel across the sky over the course of the year. The Serpentine, also known as the Serpent Whisperer, is a constellation located between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and although it is not included in the traditional zodiac, its presence on the ecliptic has sparked debate about the potential expansion of the zodiac.

History and discovery of serpentine

In 1930, the International Astronomical Union delineated the constellations, including Sagittarius, which contributed to a renewed interest in its potential role in astrology. The Sun does indeed pass through the Serpentine constellation, but only briefly. This makes its influence on astrology a controversial topic. Some sources say that people born between 29 November and 18 December can be considered to be Serpentine. However, most astrological systems still stick to the traditional 12 signs of the zodiac.

Serpentine characteristics

Characteristics of the Serpent include qualities such asintelligence, wisdom, perspicacity, flexibility and adaptability. The element of this sign is fire and the ruling planet is Jupiter, which attributes to Serpentines optimism, a desire for expansion and a love of risk. The ninth astrological house, associated with travel, education and spirituality, is the ruling house of the Serpentine. It emphasises his inclination to seek truth and spiritual growth. In relationships with other signs, the Serpentine works well with other fire signs, such as Aries and Leo, due to their shared energy and enthusiasm. In contrast, relationships with water signs of the zodiac, such as Scorpio and Pisces, can be more complicated due to their different approaches to life.

The Serpent and the traditional zodiac

Despite the fascination with the Serpent and the growing popularity of the idea of a 13th zodiac sign, most astrologers and astrological systems remain faithful to the traditional 12 signs of the zodiac. However, the debates about the Serpentine highlight the richness and complexity of astrology as a field that continues to evolve and adapt to new discoveries and perspectives.