Astrology · sign 8 of 12
Scorpio
Scorpio represents transformation, intensity and the hidden. It's associated with power, investigation and the cycles of symbolic death and rebirth.
- Dates
- October 23 – November 21
- Element
- Water
- Modality
- Fixed
- Ruler
- Pluto (modern) / Mars (traditional)
- On the zodiac wheel, in black: Scorpio.
- The red triangle links the three Water signs: Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. They share a temperament.
- The dotted line crosses to its opposite: Taurus. What one has in excess, the other lacks.
History
Scorpio in the sky and in tradition
The Babylonians called this constellation 'The Scorpion' and associated it with the god Ishkur. The Egyptians linked it to Serket. Modern astrology added Pluto as its ruler.
Traits
How it shows up
Strengths
- Intensity
- Transformation
- Depth
- Extreme loyalty
- A capacity for investigation
Challenges
- Jealousy
- Control
- Revenge
- Secrecy
- Extreme intensity
Compatibilities
Scorpio with the other signs
Classical astrology looks at the element, the modality and the distance on the wheel. Tap a pair to read it in full.
They understand each other
It's harder for them
Scorpio with each sign
What's your sign?
Calculate it from your date of birth and see how it crosses with your number and your Chinese zodiac animal.
Keep in mind
Astrology is a symbolic system. There's no evidence that Scorpio determines intensity or personal transformation.
Astrology is a belief system with more than 4,000 years of history. Molino uses it as a tool for reflection and self-knowledge. Astrological interpretations don't constitute scientific evidence, predictions or diagnoses. Modern astronomy has shown that the positions of the stars have no verifiable influence on personality or destiny.