In astronomy, the constellation lying between Capricorn and
Scorpio; in astrology, the ninth sign of the zodiac, governing
approximately the period November 22–December 21. Its symbol is
either a centaur shooting a bow and arrow or an arrow drawn
across a bow. The association of this constellation with a
mounted archer originated in Babylonia as early as the 11th
century BC. Learn more about Sagittarius with a free trial on
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Sagittarians Are Bursting with Great Ideas That May Never Come
to Fruition, but along the Way, They'll Be Living Life to the
Full, with Their Unique Sense of Adventure Leading Them into a
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Ewart Sagittarius and liberty go hand in hand. Think of the
mythological Centaur, half man, half horse,...