Leo Origins

Leo, of course, is a lion-the king of beasts, and the king of the zodiac signs. In Greek mythology, his singular audacity led him to leap from the heavens and battle Hercules, only to be killed. Although most present-day Leos are just as bold, they have thankfully learned to use their pride to better advantage.

Leo is ruled by the sun; the most advantageous day of the week is therefore Sunday. Since the sun is the eternal source of life and the center of our solar system, Leos are likewise the source of great happiness to the other signs, and quite naturally the center of attention in any group. It's also no accident that Leo falls in the center of the zodiacal year, during the earth's hottest months. Leo is therefore a fire sign.