Zodiac Signs July 22 - August 22: Leo

When the titan Atlas was assigned the task of sustaining the firmament, he hadn’t finished the hunting training of his son Hyas. Instead of showing some constraint and prudence, young Hyas saw an opportunity for eternal glory, and daringly ventured to hunt for a lion. He was killed by the first one he met, but his bravery and determination had impressed supreme god Zeus. So – together with the lion – he got his place at the night sky. Like young Hyas – and like the king of animals – Leos are the divas of the Zodiac, and adore dressing up and splashing out. They’re born leaders: spirited, strong minded, optimistic, flamboyant and ambitious. Their natural habitat is the center of attention, and sharing the limelight can fall hard on them. They thrive on their popularity, and are maybe a bit too dependent on external appreciation. But when they learn to curb their sense for drama, their warm and generous nature makes them loyal friends, who will fight tooth and nail for the members of their troop.

Hunter with Dog, Antikensammlung Berlin, Germany

Wounded lioness, relief from Nineveh, British Museum, London, UK

Did you know?

• About Atlas: cfr. “The Weight of the World”.

• About Hyas: cfr. “Tears of Rain”.