The Pisces symbol

The symbol of Pisces is wrapped in rich meaning. Although it resembles a more modern version of the letter H, it is actually made up from two fish swimming in opposite directions that are connected with a link that cuts them off.

To draw this symbol, simply draw two lunar crescents and a straight line joining them. The lunar crescents symbolize the lunations of the year, as well as being linked to the receptive nature of Pisces who is always open to new ideas and experiences.

In addition, this glyph has its own symbology, which we will describe in detail in this article. In it, you will understand the meanings of each element that makes up the symbol, as well as its mythological origins.

We will also present the characteristics of the sign of Pisces and talk about its compatibility, element, planet and ruler and important data about the presence of Pisces in the birth chart. Get ready to dive into the secrets of this sign.

Meaning of the symbol of Pisces

The meaning of the symbol of Pisces rests on the symbolism of the elements that compose it. Therefore, to understand it completely, it is important to analyze its parts in isolation to obtain an overview of its symbolic complexity.

Understand the symbolism of the animal fish, the sea, opposites, connection and discover the relationship of the gods Eros and Aphrodite with this sign below.

Symbolism of the animal fish

Fish is an animal associated with escape, as it is in their nature to run away from any kind of danger. It is in the nature of fish to change shape or color to escape predators and therefore it is common for Piscians to wear different masks to avoid injury.

Naturally, fish have a tendency to get stuck, just as they do when they get tangled up in fishing nets, so Piscians can move through a life full of obstacles.

In the case of the Pisces symbol, the two fishes swimming in opposite directions express the duality of this sign. Generally, people of this sign are mediators who hover between two different realities. As with the Constellation of Aquarius, the Constellation of Pisces is located in the part of the sky known as the Great Sea.

Symbolism of the sea

The sea is home to most of the fish on the planet, so it is associated with the sign of Pisces, and in its symbol it is represented between the spaces between the fish and the link that unites them. The sea is the beginning of life on Earth and symbolizes formlessness and even chaos.

In addition, it is the symbol of emotions and the journey through life and is closely linked to the planetary and elemental rulers of the sign of Pisces, about which we will still speak in this article.

Opposites

In the symbol of Pisces, we see two curves, or lunar crescents that symbolize the fish that swim in opposite directions. Therefore, the sign of Pisces always places itself in a mediating position between directions, so that it has difficulties to choose only one direction.

Therefore, they usually live in a parallel world, but sooner or later the time will come when they will have to decide which path they will follow: a world of fantasies and dreams or the spiritual reality, whose destiny is compassion and love for the beings of this existence.

The link

The connection between the two fish swimming in opposite directions is responsible for keeping polarities, emotions and realities in balance.

Therefore, it works as a kind of anchor, an extremely important aspect for Pisceans, there is that they have a natural tendency to get lost in the world of ideals, by embracing one of them, end up stampeding to the wrong direction.

Without this balancing point, Pisceans would simply end up going to a completely distant side of the ocean, not realizing what has happened to them. In addition, the link establishes a connecting link between different states of mind, to which Pisceans are always inclined.

Eros and Aphrodite

The gods Eros and Aphrodite are related to the myth of the constellation Pisces. According to Greek mythology, Eros and Aphrodite were pursued by Typhon, a dark titan who spewed fire through his eyes and mouth.

Then the gods manage to escape the chase with help from Almateia, who guided them to a path that would lead to the sea, so that the titan's fire would not affect them.

At sea, the god Poseidon commands two dolphins, joined by a gold chain to the Kingdom of Poseidon, where Eros and Aphrodite would be safe. As a token of thanks for their help, Eros and Aphrodite transformed the animals into the constellation of Pisces.

For this reason, the Pisces symbol has two fish (in this case, the dolphins, which are not fish) and a dash between them, representing the golden chain that the dolphins had.

Special features of the sign of Pisces

Each sign of the zodiac has its own characteristics and with the sign of Pisces it would be no different. Therefore, in this section you will learn more about the origin of this sign, its meaning, date, ruling element and planet. We also present its flowers, stones and astral colors. Check it out.

Origin and meaning

The origin of the sign of Pisces does not coincide with the Constellation of Pisces. Pisces originates when the Sun moves from one season to the next, moving from summer to autumn in the Southern Hemisphere.

Therefore, the sign of Pisces is connected with the borderline meanings between the apex of life and its decline. This also means that the sign of Pisces is more susceptible to more intense changes among the mutable signs of the zodiac.

The name of the constellation Pisces comes from Latin and means fish. However, this constellation was known by the Babylonians as "the great swallow" or even "the tails", which would represent the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. The stars of this constellation are shy and therefore are difficult to see with the naked eye.

Date and element

The Sign of Pisces occurs between the dates February 19 and March 20, so if you were born in this period, this is your sign. Pisces is, along with Cancer and Scorpio, a water sign. However, Pisces ends the water cycle in the zodiac and is considered a mutable sign as it occurs in a period of transition of seasons.

Being a water sign, Pisceans are characterized by empathy and an emotional nature, which is often mistaken for melodrama.

Ruling planet

The Ruling Planet of Pisces is traditionally Jupiter, but according to modern astrology, its planetary ruler is Neptune. Neptune is the Roman god of the sea, whose Greek counterpart is known as Poseidon.

As we have already mentioned, Poseidon is present in the myth of Pisces and, therefore, nothing more natural than associating the planet Neptune to this sign.

Neptune is the god of the oceans, brother of Jupiter and Pluto. His symbol is the trident, his tool that connects birth, life and death, as well as linking land, sky and sea. The planet Neptune represents the ocean that exists in all beings.

In addition, it gives characteristics such as idealism, creativity. It can be associated with addictions, fantasy and drugs.

Color, flowers and stones

Pisces colors, flowers and stones are those that have some connection with its ruler Neptune and the element of water. As an example of colors, use shades of light green as they provide healing energy and establish connections with your subconscious. Also, all shades connected to water such as blue is ideal for Pisces.

Its most suitable flowers are those that grow close to or in the water, like the water lily or flowers like lotus, hydrangea, lilac and poppy. Its sacred crystals are:

Aquamarine: best stone for Pisces, as it connects with everything they do.

Amethyst: transmutes energy and brings serenity.

Ametrine: balances opposing energies and ensures harmony.

Labradorite: supports self-reflection and connects Pisceans with intuition and the imagination.

Lapis lazuli: develops the intuition and psychic abilities of Pisceans.

Pisces in the birth chart

Pisces is present in the birth chart in several positions. It can appear as your sun sign, your moon sign, midheaven, ascendant or even in a descending position.

If your Sun is in Pisces, it necessarily means that you were born between February 19 and March 20. This also means that you contain traits from the other signs and that you possess characteristics like sensitivity, imagination and tendency to mediumship.

If your Moon sign is in Pisces, it means that at the time of your birth the Moon was moving through this constellation. Since the Moon is a star that deals with emotions, the Moon in Pisces carries a strong emotional charge, often being absorbed from the environments and people you interact with.

If your midheaven is in Pisces, you are more prone to activities that deal with creativity and imagination.

Pisces Sign Characteristics

Pisces is the twelfth and last sign of the Zodiac. To better understand its nature, we point out below the characteristics of this sign, including its positive and negative aspects, its behavior when it comes to love, career, family and friends. Check it out.

Positive aspects

Piscians are essentially emotional people, sensitive, gracious and aware of the emotional energies around them. The sign of Pisces is therefore considered one of the most empathetic in the zodiac, as they try their best to make others around them happy.

In addition, they are creative, imaginative and kind. They also possess characteristics such as compassion, an aptitude for the arts (especially music), kindness and wisdom.

Negative aspects

Among the negative aspects of Pisceans is their reluctance to express their true emotions. Besides being extremely sensitive, Pisceans can keep their opinions and thoughts secret.

Like all Water signs, Pisces is also prone to pessimism and can easily be deceived into assuming a very naive view of the world.

In addition, they can be extremely lazy and aggressive. If they don't police themselves, Pisceans have a tendency to wish to escape reality, always acting out of fear and playing the victim or martyr.

Pisces in love

Pisces is a romantic sign, for in it Venus is exalted, serving love, pleasure, devotion and all that is beautiful and tender. Pisces people are kind and generous with their pleasures, but when looking for love they tend to forget the values and rules of society.

It is important that they feel connection with their partners so that they can open up to them and feel the firmness they are looking for to shake off any thoughts about change.

Short-term relationships are not preferred by this sign, but sometimes they can afford to be adventurous and they can do a lot of stunts.

When they are in love and connected with someone, Pisces become loyal and honest and tend to act like the sole purpose of their life is to make the person they love happy.

Pisces in career

Being intuitive and dreamy by nature, Pisces seek a position where they can exercise their creative abilities or work with important causes like charity. All professions that involve compassion and devotion are appropriate for Pisces.

Therefore, they are great doctors, veterinarians, nurses, priests, musicians, painters or any other profession that involves working in an anonymous, disguised or invisible way. Often, Pisceans don't give a damn about money, as they are focused on their dreams and their goals. Therefore, they are not very ambitious and are dreamers.

Fish with family and friends

Piscians are very intuitive with family, so they can easily tell when something is wrong, even before something bad happens. Since Piscians are easily influenced by the energies of people and places, family has a profound influence on their lives.

When building their families, they need to think that the ideal is not perfection but rather the kind of relationship and bonds they can create. Pisceans' relationship with friends is typically gentle, as they like to listen.

Generally speaking, they are great friends as they are patient. They are often confused, change plans suddenly or simply don't make plans, but the compassion they feel for their circle of friends is unique and true.

Other characteristics of the sign of Pisces

In this final section, the time has come to deal with issues that are extremely relevant to understanding the nature of the sign of Pisces and its characteristics.

Among them, we can mention the Ascendant in Pisces, Descendant in Pisces and, not less important, the compatibility of Pisces with other signs. Are you curious? Read on to find out.

Ascendant in Pisces

If your Ascendant is in Pisces, you probably have a calmer temperament and a more careful and gentle demeanor. Consequently, you are a pleasant person, the kind who is easy to keep around.

People therefore find you empathetic, with a dreamy quality embedded in your personality. People with Pisces ascendants also tend to be more whimsical, liking to express their emotions through even what they wear.

Descendant in Pisces

The Descendant is identified in the seventh house of the birth chart, the house of relationships. As well as indicating the ideal partner, it represents the person's abilities and potential. Those with a Pisces descendant prefer a romantic, attentive, caring partner who likes to spoil.

Also, if your descendant is in Pisces, you will seek a spiritual connection in your relationships. It is important that you feel a deep connection, almost a fusion with your other party who needs to devote themselves to you and flatter you.

The more companionable the person you meet is, the greater the atmosphere of romance the chance you'll indulge in.

Compatibility with other signs

Pisces is compatible with all Water signs, i.e. Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. In addition, it matches very well with two Earth signs: Taurus and Capricorn. When relating, it is important that feelings are often expressed so that the bonds are ever closer.

Moreover, they fall in love easily when the love they share is expressed through art and creativity.

How does the symbol of the sign of Pisces relate to its origin?

The symbol of the sign of Pisces relates to its origin based on the nature of this sign. Just as myth shows divine figures escaping from a titan, it is in the nature of the Piscean to flee from the monsters they encounter in life, as they are easily impressed by those they experience and witness.

Also, like the allegory shown in the myth, they usually wear different masks and hide themselves when they wish to avoid being hurt, always hovering on a threshold between the two opposites that is present in the link that cuts the two fishes in their symbol.

Symbolically, all these elements refer to the nature of fish: emotional, aquatic, charming, dualistic and often contradictory. But above all, navigators of realities and pathfinders of this and other worlds.