Your Celestial Superpower, According To Your Zodiac Sign
Throughout ancient mythology, the stars and constellations were viewed as sources of power and prophecy. From the prophets of ancient Greece to the astrologers of Babylon, civilizations have long believed that the zodiac holds the key to hidden potential and sources of power. Read on to dive deeper into each sign’s magical talents, rooted in tales as old as time.
Aries: Fire Manipulation
If you are friends with an Aries or you are an Aries, you know that Aries is the most fiery and passionate sign in the whole zodiac. It is no surprise that Aries can secretly access fire manipulation. This magical talent is the ability to control and shape flames at will, even creating or extinguishing them. Aries are intrinsically connected to fire, strength, and power. According to ancient myth, Aries are linked to the ram whose golden fleece was a clear symbol of fiery determination and whose horns signify assertiveness and fearlessness in forging their own path. Fire manipulation directly relates to the inner core of an Aries. Aries give their all in everything they do, making life exciting and memorable with their fiery energy. Aries bring enthusiasm and zeal to the world around them, sparking a fire wherever they go.
Taurus: Earth Healing
The Taurus zodiac sign has the unique magical talent of earth healing. This is the power to rejuvenate and restore the natural environment, including the ability to heal damages or disturbances. This power is built on the innate connection between the individual and the earth. The Taurus zodiac has this magical ability as they are connected to the powerful, patient, and strong bull. The symbol of the bull reflects Taurus’s connection to the earth and nature, as well as its qualities of strength and protection. In ancient mythology, the bull was a symbol of fertility and abundance. The bull’s association with growth and richness ties in with this symbolism, and reinforces Taurus’s connection to nature and the earth.
Gemini: Telepathic Communication
Gemini’s have the magical ability to communicate telepathically, specifically they are able to communicate thoughts, emotions, or information directly from one mind to another without using any known human senses. Gemini’s unique magical abilities are rooted in ancient myth. In Greek mythology, this is thought to represent the twins Castor and Pollux, sons of Leda. Castor having King Tyndareus as a father and Pollux having Zeus. In these myths, Twins Castor and Pollux communicated seamlessly. Further, given the twin’s desire to be close as well as their great affection for each other, Gemini is often associated with having different traits, desires, and ways of seeing the world. Therefore, this ancient legacy helps embody Gemini’s magical ability to communicate telepathically.
Cancer: Moonlight Shielding
As a Cancer, you have the unique magical ability to harness the energy of the moon to create protective barriers or shields. This magical talent is called moon shielding. Cancer’s deep connection with the moon is rooted in ancient tales. Cancers have protective lunar energies because they are intrinsically connected to the moon goddess, Selene. In ancient myth, Selene was considered the all-seeing eye of the night and is also a symbol of change. The moon is also Cancer’s ruling planet, therefore Cancers carry the energy of the moon within their souls. As a Cancer, you can harness the divine power of the moon and use it for your own protection and the protection of others.
Leo: Sunlight Empowerment
Just as Cancers derive their power from the moon, Leos derive their power from the sun. As a Leo, you have the magical ability to draw strength, vitality, and magical abilities from the rays of the sun. Leo has this fantastic sun power because the Leo zodiac power is connected to the ancient tales of Hercules. In Greek mythology, after Hercules killed the Nemean Lion, Hera felt guilty for putting the lion in harm’s way. As a result of this guilt, she transformed the Nemean Lion into the constellation, Leo. Leos are represented by lions because they are fierce, courageous, and loyal. Further, Leos are the fiercest signs in all the zodiac and simply light up a room, it is no surprise that Leos’ magical abilities are connected to the sun.
Virgo: Herbal Enchantment
Virgo’s magical talent is that they have the ability to use herbs to craft potions, elixirs, and spells with various magical effects. These abilities are useful in a pinch and also give Virgo a wide range of power and creativity. Virgo’s symbol, the maiden, is often linked with Demeter, the Greek goddess of the harvest, grain, and fertility. This connection lends to Virgo’s innate craft of potions, elixirs, and spells as they have a keen intelligence of herbs and goods that are grown in the earth. As a Virgo, you are known for being incredibly meticulous, and having a keen eye for organization. This makes you an excellent problem solver and a critical thinker. With your herbal enchantment gift, there is no problem that you can’t solve. All you need are a few ingredients and your magic abilities are unlocked.
Libra: Harmony Induction
Libra’s magical gift is the ability to bring peace, balance, and harmonious energies to their surroundings. Libra’s powers are rooted in ancient myth and symbolism, which help illuminate their power potential. Libra is represented by the scales. The scales showcase Libra’s love for harmony and fairness and even allude to their “judgy” nature. In Greek mythology Libra is related to the Greek Goddess of Justice, Themis. As the Greek Goddess of Justice, Themis rules over divine law, will, and justice. Further, Libra’s constellation, which represents the scales, is the only constellation in the zodiac to be named after an inanimate object. Libra’s ancient roots are connected to their harmonious magical abilities, which are incredibly useful in diffusing tensions and restoring balance.
Scorpio: Shadow Melding
As a Scorpio, you are one of the most mysterious signs in all the zodiac. Scorpio’s magical abilities are rooted in their sly and discrete persona. If you are a Scorpio, your power is shadow melding. This power allows the individual to merge with shadows in order to become invisible or to move stealthily without detection. Scorpios have this magical ability as they have ancient connections to the underworld. Just like Hades, the God of the Underworld, Scorpios can seamlessly blend into the shadows. Hades embodies the mysterious powers in Scorpios, which is why Scorpio is such a unique and powerful sign.
Sagittarius: Timeless Vision
As a Sagittarius, you have the magical ability to evaluate and monitor time. The power of timeless vision, allows the individual to see beyond the constraints of time, potentially catching glimpses of the past or future. Time keeps many secrets, but to a Sagittarius, they are able to perceive and understand the changes and secrets of the past, present and future. As a Sagittarius, you have this ability due to Chiron, the centaur archer, who had vast knowledge and sight of time and space. In ancient myth, Sagittarius is closely associated with Chiron as he was the wisest of all centaurs. This close association has allowed a Sagittarius to magically read, process, and unravel time itself.
Capricorn: Stone Resonance
Capricorns have the magical ability of stone resistance. This power allows the magical individual to connect deeply with the earth and sense vibrations within its core. This power also allows the individual to resonate with stone and mineral energies and manipulate these elements. If you know a Capricorn, or you are a Capricorn, you know that Capricorns are often defined as ambitious, grounded, and stubborn. Capricorns’ connection to earth and stone has roots in ancient tales. According to legend, Capricorns are associated with the sea-goat, a mythological creature with the body of a goat and tail of a fish. The sea-goat changes the water that it emerges from into earthly matter. With this ancient connection, Capricorns resonate deeply with the durable, resonant qualities of stone.
Aquarius: Atmospheric Control
Aquarius is often known as independent, innovative, and a person who marches to the beat of their own drum. If you are an Aquarius, you have the magical gift of atmospheric control. This power allows you to manipulate weather patterns, air currents, and other atmospheric conditions. You become one with the clouds and the skies, channeling the weather and embracing your air sign. In the stars, Aquarius is Latin for “water-carrier” and the symbol or glyph representing Aquarius is shown as two parallel, zig-zag lines that are meant to represent water (as associated with their symbol of the “water-bearer”). Aquarius is one of the oldest of the recognized constellations along the zodiac.The water bearer represents the pouring of knowledge, aligning with Aquarius’ atmospheric influences.
Pisces: Dream Weaving
Pisces zodiac signs are deeply intuitive, creative, and have a wide range for empathy. However, Pisces are also sensitive and compassionate, often defering to their dreams and desires. As such, Pisces have the power of dream weaving. This power allows them to craft, influence, or enter the dreams of oneself or others. Pisces have this unique magical ability as they are connected to the two fish that aided the gods. Similar to their fish symbol, Pisces love to fully immerse themselves in ever-shifting, changing waters. According to ancient myth, Ichthyes were two large river fish who rescued Aphrodite and Eros when they were fleeing the monster, Typhoeus. Just as the Ichthyes fish helped navigate Aphrodite and Eros, Pisces can navigate dream realms.