Leo is the fifth zodiac sign. Its name may derive from the Latin leo or the Greek leon, both of which mean "lion." However, the name is likely Semitic in origin...from the Hebrew word, labi. This royal sign is symbolic of exuberance and leadership, and individuals who fall within its jurisdiction place courage and personal honesty above all else. Others may not necessarily fulfill the expectations of a Leo native and thus, the life of a Leo is often rife with disappointments. They are warm and generous people and touches the hearts of friends and admirers. This fortunate personality trait is apt to open many doors in life. They are ready to take both the authority and the responsibility. As ruled by the fire element they have fiery temperament. Leos are liked by most of the people as they are frank, open, honest and endearing. Leos are very dedicated people. There is a tendency here toward a drowning in egocentricity and materialism, coupled with a lack of both the desire and the capacity for spiritual development. Thus, those born under the sign of Leo should strive to avoid the type of exaggeration that can debase their many inherent gifts.

Element of the Leo zodiac sign: Fire
Quality of the Leo zodiac sign: Fixed (i.e. stability)
Animals:  Lion (and all varieties of Cats), Wolf, Griffon, Peacock, Rooster and Eagle
Colours of the Leo zodiac sign: Gold, orange, red
Gems of the Leo zodiac sign: Amber, chrysolite, yellow diamond
Metals of the Leo zodiac sign: Gold
Best day of the week for Leo zodiac sign: Sunday

Planets and the Leo zodiac sign

• Ruling Planet: Sun
• Career Planet: Venus
• Love Planet: Uranus
• Money Planet: Mercury
• Planet of Health and Work: Saturn
• Planet of Home and Family Life: Pluto

Opposite sign: Aquarius

Positive Traits: leadership capability, self-confidence, generosity, creativity, warm, sunny, outgoing, generous, charming and magnanimousgenerous, honest, magnanimous, broad-minded, expansive, loving, proud, enthusiastic and creative with a flair for showmanship and drama.

Negative Traits: Vanity, arrogant and a bit egoistic by others. pompous, patronising, bossy, interferring, dogmatic, intolerant, bullying, conceited, snobbish and power-mad.

Likes: Speculative ventures, lavish living, rich food, children, drama, pageantry and grandeur.

Dislikes: Doing anything safely, day-to-day living, small-minded people, penny-pinching and mean spiritedness.