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Character: ophiuchus (zodiac)
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Ophiuchus holds an interesting position in the Western Zodiac. While there are only 12 signs in the zodiac, Ophiuchus holds an unofficial position as the 13th sign. For more information about how and why Ophiuchus comes into play, see Western_zodiac. While many people dismiss Ophiuchus as a valid part of the zodiac, there are some who regard Ophiuchus as an essential part of it.
This tag should be used for things directly concerning the sign Ophiuchus. Typically, this will be some sort of personification: A serpent, or a being with or carrying a serpent.
The symbol of Ophiuchus is an U-shape with a wavy line crossing it. ⛎ Images containing the astrological symbol of Ophiuchus should be tagged Ophiuchus_(symbol).
| Astrological System | Date |
|---|---|
| Tropical | --- |
| Sidereal | --- |
| IAU | November 29 – December 17 |
<-- Scorpio | Ophiuchus | Sagittarius -->
See also:
This tag implicates western_zodiac (learn more).
