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Capricorn

Earth · Cardinal

December 22 – January 19

Capricorn zodiac sign illustration
Element
Earth
Modality
Cardinal
Ruling planet
Saturn
Symbol
Lucky color
Brown, Black
Lucky numbers
8, 17
Birthstone
Garnet
Tarot card
The Devil
Lucky day
Saturday

Capricorn is the tenth sign of the zodiac, ruled by Saturn and associated with ambition, discipline, and achievement. Those born under this sign are the strategists of the zodiac—patient, responsible, and committed to long-term success.

Mythology & Symbolism

Associated with the sea-goat; in one myth, Pan transformed into a goat-fish to escape the monster Typhon, while Amalthea—the goat who nursed infant Zeus—represents nurturing ambition.

Career & Work

Capricorn excels in business, governance, engineering, and any career rewarding discipline and long-term vision. They thrive as executives, administrators, architects, and in roles that build lasting structures.

Strengths

Perseverance, integrity, and a strong sense of duty. Capricorn excels in careers that reward dedication and strategic thinking. Their ambition, when balanced with self-care, leads to lasting achievement.

In Relationships

Capricorn understands that meaningful accomplishments require time and effort. They are willing to do the work others avoid and often rise to positions of authority. Beneath their serious exterior lies a dry wit. In love, Capricorn is loyal and supportive, offering stability and practical help.

Compatibility

Famous Capricorn

  • Michelle Obama
  • Elvis Presley
  • Dolly Parton
  • Bradley Cooper
  • Martin Luther King Jr.

The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.

— Chinese proverb

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