Capricorn
- Element
- Earth
- Modality
- Cardinal
- Ruler
- Saturn
- Rules the
- bones, knees
The long climb, hoof by hoof. A tail in the sea, horns in the cloud. Time is the only teacher.
Capricorn
The mountain goat climbs steadily upward. Capricorn is driven by ambition, discipline, and a deep sense of responsibility. They build lasting legacies through persistence.
As a Earth sign ruled by Saturn, Capricorn brings initiative and leadership to everything they pursue. Their cardinal quality makes them the starters of the zodiac — initiating, pioneering, going first.
Character
At your best when
you trust the long arithmetic of showing up — day after quiet day.
At your worst when
the ladder becomes the point, and the summit, once reached, is cold.
What you are here to learn
that rest is not a tax on the work — it is a form of it.
Compatibility
Eleven affinities, ordered by elemental weather.
Moon Phases
Eight lunar moods moving through Capricorn's earth weather.
FAQ
What are the dates for Capricorn?
Capricorn season runs from December 22 – January 19. If you were born near the first or last day of the sign, check your birth year and time because the Sun can change signs at a slightly different hour each year.
What element is Capricorn?
Capricorn is a Earth sign. Earth signs express energy through stability, practicality, patience, and tangible results.
What planet rules Capricorn?
Capricorn is ruled by Saturn. In astrology, the ruling planet describes the sign's main drive, style, and symbolic motivation.
Who is Capricorn most compatible with?
Capricorn often has strong compatibility with Cancer, especially when both people respect each other's element, pace, and emotional needs. Full compatibility also depends on the Moon, Venus, Mars, and rising signs.