Sagittarius is the ninth of the zodiac signs resembling a bow and arrow as far as zodiac symbols are concerned. It corresponds to the constellation of its name though the precession of the equinoxes has misaligned it from this constellation in western astrology.

Being the ninth sign, it also corresponds to the ninth house in astrology. It is considered to contain positive energies in it like fire, extroversion and masculinity. Jupiter is the planet that rules the sign.

If you were born when the sun was there in this sign roughly from November 22 to December 21 on its ecliptic path, you own this sign, though sidereal zodiac takes these dates to be from December 16 to January 14.

As for zodiac symbols, the constellation is shaped as a bow and arrow.

The personality traits associated with this sign are wits, humor, freedom, idealism, morality, intelligence, intellect, optimism, honesty and sincerity, confidence, impulsiveness, enterprise, ambition, energy, adventure, warmth, cheerfulness, generosity, quick temper, impatience, restlessness, carelessness, bluntness, tactlessness, unreliability, exaggeration and superficiality.

The physical traits comprise a large and well-shaped skull, a high, broad forehead, a broad, strong, and well built figure, dark and heavy hair, and widely spaced eyes.

Lucky associations are topaz, citrine, turquoise, zircon and blue topaz in birthstones; purple and light blue in colors; topaz in gemstones; hips and thighs in body parts; tin in metals; Thursday in days; Spain, Australia, South Africa, Portugal, Mexico and Arabia in countries; and horse in animals.

Aries and Leo among zodiac signs are the most compatible with Sagittarius, along with Aquarius having passionate but complicated relationship.