The seventh astrological sign of the zodiac, represented by scales and associated with balance and justice. Also refers to a person born under this sign (approximately September 23 - October 22).
Latin 'libra' meaning 'balance, scales, pound (weight)'. The constellation was named by Romans who saw it as the scales of justice held by Virgo. The astrological meaning developed from ancient Babylonian astronomy through Greek and Roman traditions.
Libra is the only zodiac sign represented by an inanimate object rather than a living creature, emphasizing its association with balance and equilibrium. The scales symbol connects to the ancient Egyptian concept of weighing hearts against a feather to determine moral worth in the afterlife.
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