Libra Ascendant is learning how to be more gracious, attractive and fair-minded. Libra’s totem is the balanced scales and she is a seeker of harmony and beauty. Libra’s ruling planet is Venus, and Libra Ascendants are known for good taste, elegance and social charm. Libra is a Cardinal Air sign.
Libra rules the Seventh House and is the sign of balance and harmony in relationship. Libra happens at the Autumn Equinox, when day equals night, 12 hours each. Partnership with others, whether in marriage or business, intimate relationships are especially important.
The scales of social justice also fall into the domain of Libra. Libra believes in justice and fairness striving for harmony between opposites. The forever hope is that all parties in a conflict will be satisfied. Libra Ascendant can understand and support both sides of a dispute, which is likely to drive friends crazy. When ungrounded, Libra Ascendant will pay any price for peace and be wishy-washy when trying to make a decision.
An excellent outlet for Libra Ascendant is the love of beauty and the Arts of all kinds. Libra benefits from strengthening the will to act on a higher purpose, which lies ultimately in dedicating oneself to humanity.