Capricorn: Origins in Mythology

From http://www.findyourfate.com/astrology/Capricorn.htm<BR>
The sign of Capricorn within the Astrological zodiac dates back to at least some 4,000 years. It is known that the Sumerians placed a great emphasis upon this particular time of the period. During their age, the winter solstice occurred within Capricorn. On this date, many cultures of the ancient world would perform elaborate rituals and carry out sacrifices.

The association of the goat with Capricorn clearly dates back to ancient Babylon, at least. The Greeks related the sign to the horned god Pan. The image of the hybrid goat-fish creature corresponds to the tale of Pan's encounter with the beast Typhon..Attempting to escape the dreaded monster, Pan turned his lower half into a fish, in order to swiftly swim away. However, here again, the association of Capricorn with water, also dates to earlier cultures.

The Egyptians and Chinese recognized this period as the commencement of the much anticipated rainy season. Immediately following Capricorn are Aquarius, the water bearer, pouring moisture upon the earth, and Pisces, the fish, immersed in the unseen life giving forces of water.

Josh--there's your goat symbolism you were wondering about 🙂

I LOVE it! This post is everything a pro-geek could ask for. I love you Phoenix! Hmmm...brb, I need to go and buy myself some books on the history of astrology. I haven't had any good history books to read for a while...😉 I especially liked the last paragraph, about the water aspect of my sign.

Capricorn goes back futher Adam was a capricorn. Before eve came along he had a pet unicorn how do you think pan got here?

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