Libra is the sign of people born roughly between 23 September and 23 October. It is ruled by Venus, the planet of love, beauty and harmony, which is why those born under this sign attach enormous importance to their relationships with others, to aesthetics and to a sense of fairness. Below you’ll find a general portrait of Libra, a detailed birthday horoscope for each day of the sign, and a description of how Libra loves, what it looks for in a relationship and what it is like as a partner.
Libra’s character in a nutshell
People born under Libra are usually modest, like order and aren’t fond of hard, tedious work. They can’t stand violence or conflict. They are energetic, deep-thinking and ambitious, though they sometimes build castles in the air and hide from other people behind their dreams. They have a strong sense of justice. They can be generous, at times reckless and short on patience, but they rarely lose their temper.
Libra is a sign full of contradictions: on the one hand it longs for peace and balance, on the other it can hesitate for a long time and put off decisions. In professional and financial matters it does well to be guided by prudence, because it sometimes acts too quickly. The changes life brings are best accepted without complaint – in the end they often work out to Libra’s advantage. Librans quite often thrive running their own business or in a partnership, where they can combine a flair for organisation with a talent for cooperation.
Libra birthday horoscope – day by day
Each day of the sign adds slightly different accents to the general Libra portrait. Here are short profiles of people born on each individual day.
23 September – People born on this day have a rich spiritual life and many ideals to which they remain faithful. They are regarded as upright and brave. In their relationships with others, however, they can be tiring, especially when they take their convictions too far. They can be nervous and not very resilient, yet they have many acquaintances.
24 September – These are exceptionally gifted people who develop their own style and stick to it consistently. They have a strong personality and often set new trends. They are self-reliant and very independent, and their professional drive depends largely on their mood.
25 September – Very interesting personalities who work on their spiritual and intellectual development all their lives. As a rule they are upright and noble. In love they are faithful and constant.
26 September – They make no excessive demands either of themselves or of life. Their mind is active, but in everyday life they can be lazy. They help others selflessly without a moment’s hesitation. They value comfort, though they are capable of achieving difficult goals. They give in easily to temptation.
27 September – People with a strong character and great vitality. They crave power and success. They are emotional and faithful in love, but excessive ambition can overshadow their virtues.
28 September – Those born on this day have sound judgement and unshakeable convictions. They are very intelligent, full of energy and always on the move. Nature has also given them impulsiveness and a lack of patience, however, which can cause trouble in life.
29 September – Sensitive people who approach life intuitively, while also being patient and persevering in what they do. They are very emotional, sometimes even oversensitive.
30 September – Noble, upright and fair-minded people. They have a well-developed spirituality and a practical sense. They can, however, lack perseverance and be too yielding.
1 October – They are very able, have strong intuition and a rich spiritual life. They are very sensitive and delicate. They are wary of new things and tend to avoid them. They attach too much importance to formalities.
2 October – They are marked by organisational skills and an analytical mind. They quickly spot the essential aspects of a matter and can put them to practical use. They are tactful and subtle. In their feelings they are constant and faithful, though they usually take a long time to find the right partner. At times they can be explosive and relentless.
3 October – People with a pleasant appearance and a likeable manner. They have many talents but rarely specialise in a single profession – they lack the perseverance to gain qualifications. They are sensual and at the same time emotional, and very sociable day to day.
4 October – They are marked by intelligence and wide interests. They have a strong sense of justice and objectivity. They lack perseverance and toughness, however. They often change their views and slip into pessimism, and a lack of success throws them off balance.
5 October – A well-developed practical sense helps them in everyday life. They are less good at foresight, so they sometimes lose money on investments, and their plans aren’t always carried through to the end. In love they are faithful and steadfast.
6 October – They are often seen as happy-go-lucky, but they have great intuition that helps them through life. They can get along with anyone and are very kind. Ambitious goals are hard for them to achieve, because they can be carefree.
7 October – They have wide general knowledge and almost always remain true to their convictions. They value independence, including in their work. They are very sensitive to other people’s misfortune and proud of their intellectual gifts. In their circle they are liked for their sense of humour and kindness.
8 October – These are people who are active above all mentally. Feelings play an important role in their lives. Day to day they are subtle and very witty. Sometimes they lack professional ambition – they prefer a comfortable lifestyle.
9 October – They have a highly developed intelligence and often surprise those around them with the originality of their thinking. They pursue their goals decisively, sometimes without regard for others. They are too easily influenced by others. In their views and in their love lives they can be constant.
10 October – They can take a critical view of life and draw accurate conclusions. They are energetic and lively, cheerful day to day and blessed with a sense of humour. In love they are faithful and constant. They sometimes lack thoroughness and enterprise.
11 October – People who have cultivated inner peace. In their feelings they are noble and faithful, and persevering in their resolutions, though they can be superficial and imprecise. Towards those around them they are kind and obliging.
12 October – Strong people of unshakeable character. They are ambitious and proud, sometimes too domineering. They are marked by progressiveness and innovation. In their pursuits they can be unyielding, downright stubborn.
13 October – They often get involved in politics or are active in their local community. They are faithful to their ideas and convictions. They experience the raptures of love more spiritually than physically. They don’t always make good leaders, because they can be too lenient.
14 October – They have outstanding talents, especially for languages. They are marked by vitality and a strong will. They value independence and self-reliance. They are open and very sincere. A lack of concentration makes it harder for them to carry out their plans.
15 October – Very intelligent people with a strong sense of justice and sound judgement. In love they are faithful, loyal and sensitive. Those around them regard them as good and noble people. Their self-confidence, however, can tip over into arrogance.
16 October – They have all-round abilities and are ambitious and very self-reliant. Their inner and outer lives are in balance. They can, however, be conceited and inordinately proud.
17 October – They try to be independent and not to submit to any compulsion. They believe in their abilities and are proud and ambitious. Some find it hard to achieve their goals because of a passive attitude.
18 October – They enjoy wide acceptance among those around them. They have a mind open to new possibilities and ideas. They are balanced and kind. They don’t like the effort that learning requires, however, and readily escape into their imaginary world.
19 October – They base their lives very strongly on intuition. They are constantly seeking new ideas and solutions. They act decisively and consistently, though they can be reckless in the process.
20 October – They have a strong will, consistency in action and perseverance. They are selfless towards others, which is why they have many friends. They can be too lenient, and even minor setbacks can get them down badly.
21 October – Very gifted people who rely on intuition that rarely lets them down. Day to day they are modest and hard-working, without excessive ambitions. They can be nervous, which makes life somewhat harder for them.
22 October – They have a very rich imagination and progressive views. Not everyone understands them, because their behaviour and way of thinking often change. In love they can be explosive and impatient.
23 October – A day on the cusp of Libra and Scorpio. Those born on this day have a very rich inner life. In their relationships with people they are secretive and mistrustful. They have a strong will and plenty of energy, though they don’t always use it rationally.
Libra in love and relationships
For Libra, a relationship is one of the most important areas of life – this sign naturally seeks partnership and harmony as a couple. At the same time, Librans can shy away from commitment and put off serious decisions, so it’s worth them reflecting on the future from time to time so as not to miss the person who truly suits them. Single Librans often find love through friendship – their feelings grow out of conversation, shared interests and mutual liking.
In a relationship Libra needs a balance between giving and taking. They don’t like forcing anything or being forced into anything, so new relationships develop best for them patiently and without pressure. In a long-term relationship or marriage, Libra wants a partner with whom they share not only feelings but also everyday matters, plans and passions. When any of this is missing, they begin to wonder whether the relationship still serves them.
Libra is very adept in matters of the heart – their charm and gift for compliments are most evident at the start of a relationship. Their penchant for flirting can, however, cause misunderstandings, and in a relationship that is no longer working at its best, it’s wise to take care of the partner before problems grow. Where both sides give each other attention, Libra brings calm, tact and a sense of aesthetics to the relationship.
The Libra man – strengths and weaknesses
What attracts him
The Libra man values beauty and elegance. His attention is drawn especially to small, carefully chosen things, which reflects, among other things, his attachment to the material side of life. Good manners and personal refinement make a great impression on him – etiquette is something he truly appreciates. A romantic nature and tenderness, towards animals for instance, can also count in someone’s favour in his eyes.
By nature he is prudent, has a way with words and a pleasant appearance. He can be mysterious, likes a comfortable life and cares about social graces. He often does well in trade and wherever negotiation counts.
What he is like in intimacy
Physical closeness matters a great deal to the Libra man. It’s important to him that his partner feels good with him, and compliments come easily to him – many people blossom in his company. What puts him off most is coldness and too many obstacles, so he isn’t one of those men who court someone long and persistently.
What he is like in a long-term relationship
He doesn’t like only giving – he expects to receive at least as much as he puts into the relationship. He longs for harmony and peace. He isn’t possessive or excessively jealous. He likes having many interesting friends and enjoys socialising, so someone looking for a homebody partner may find they are at cross purposes with him. His surroundings should be orderly and attractive, and a sense of financial stability gives him comfort. Once he finds the right partner, he can be a very devoted husband.
His weaker points
His keen sense of aesthetics and desire to surround himself with beautiful people and things mean he doesn’t cope well with slovenliness and tackiness. He can show vanity and superficiality, and sometimes judges others by appearances. He can’t bear bad manners or disregard for his world – if someone calls his friends snobs or deliberately behaves inappropriately, he quickly distances himself.
The Libra woman
Libra women are usually pleasant, cheerful and engaging. They have many admirers and win people over easily. They can, however, be suspicious and jealous, especially when they feel the relationship is out of balance. Single Libra women seek a steady relationship more often than the men of this sign and can do a great deal to build one – but it’s wise for them not to force anything on their partner, as pressure can end the relationship. In close relationships and in the family they are caring and committed.
Who does Libra make a happy match with?
According to the traditional description of the sign, relationships with another Libra and with Scorpio bring Libra happiness. With another Libra it shares a love of harmony and beauty; with Scorpio there is an attraction of opposites, in which Libra’s lightness balances the depth and intensity of the partner. Of course, only a comparison of both people’s full horoscopes gives the complete picture of compatibility.
Libra symbols
- Ruling planet: Venus
- Lucky stone: opal
- Colour: light blue
- Day of the week: Friday
