Sagittarius is a Hot, Fiery, Masculine, Barren and Common sign, is ruled by Jupiter. The Sun enters Sagittarius on November 23rd and passes into Capricorn on December 21st.
Those born while the Sun is in Sagittarius are of a jovial nature, generous and charitable, naturally inclined to be leaders among their associates; they dislike a master and will allow no one to order or drive them around, are very ambitious and persevering, not easily discouraged, they have good calculation and foresight, generally a very strong will power as well as considerable psychological influence; have more dignity and self esteem than those born in other signs, but are seldom conceited.
Sagittarius people are natural mechanics and generally fond of sport and outdoor excercise; they are able to control animals and are often very fond of horses.
On account of their good calculation, they are natural prophets, seldom making a mistake when estimating the outcome of some enterprise. They have various talents; we find musicians, artists, writers, sculptors, mechanics, inventors and numerous professions represented by those born during the above period, and we generally find one who is an expert in his profession, as they see, think and act much quicker than the average person of other signs. Sagittarius rules the hips and thighs; those who come under this sign are more inclined to accidents than to other misfortunes, but the weak parts of the body are made so more from diseases of the blood than from other causes, although occasionally are subject to weak digestion.
Sagittarius people harmonize best with those born while the Sun si in Aries or Leo, they agree well with those born with the Sun in Libra or Aquarius. The typical Sagittarius person is of good height, medium built, brown or light hair, blue eyes. To have this description, the sign must be ascending, with Jupiter in an airy or fiery sign.
The ruling gems of Sagittarius are the Amethist and Jasper.
Sagittarius people often hold good positions where they have charge over others, such as foremen, superintendants, etc.
For employment: – They have good success as printers, artificers, cashiers, accountants etc. If Jupiter be well placed, the native may hold a prominent position.
For a location, they enjoy a rough, mountainous country, they cannot bear to crowded into small quarters.
From Guide to Astrology by Fredrick White
