The 13th Zodiac Sign: 8 Traits of the Ophiuchus personality

Ophiuchus is referred as the 13th Zodiac sign, however it does not follow after Pisces (the 12th sign) in the zodiac circle. Ophiuchus is actually a constellation that sits between Scorpio and Sagittarius. It’s always been there, but the ancient Babylonians who developed the Zodiac apparently left it out so there would be an equal number of signs for the 12 months.

The Ophiuchus dates span from November 29 to December 17. Also referred as “Serpentius”, the name Ophiuchus means “serpent bearer”. This zodiac sign is depicted as a man wrangling a writhing snake. The Ophiuchus constellation has also been linked to Nirah, the half-human half serpent god, and Apollo. In ancient mythology, snakes have been used as a symbol for healing and medicine such as in Hermes’ caduceus staff which was a winged rod with two serpents entwined around it.

Ophiuchus Traits

So what are the personality traits of Ophiuchus? Because Ophiuchus occupies a portion of time previously attributed to Sagittarius, it should be no surprise that Ophiuchus shares a lot of the same characteristics as the archer. It is not clear what planets, modality or element Ophiuchus belongs to but its attributes suggest a blend of Air and Fire. Ophiuchus is described as a truth seeker, philosopher, healer and light-bearer. They are inquisitive and independent thinkers willing to challenge and question everything. Here are 8 characteristics to know about the Ophiuchus personality.

1. Ophiuchus People are Highly Logical.

These individuals are skeptics and independent thinkers who tend to doubt and question everything. They will listen to what others have to say but will ultimately draw their own conclusions. Furthermore, Ophiuchus people are naturally curious and can excel in the academic world. They enjoy conducting research and enriching themselves with knowledge. Still, they are less interested in learning mere theories and more interested in practical knowledge that they can use and apply. Their principles and personal philosophies are very rational and consistent. Ophiuchus places the pursuit of truth and wisdom high in importance.

2. Ophiuchus Loves to Teach and Spread Knowledge.

The Ophiuchus person is an advocate for free speech and self expression. Education is important to them and they are effective teachers with a youthful energy and style that resonates well with young people. They challenge others to think critically and for themselves rather than blindly accept what they are told. Ophiuchus people are seekers of truth and they enjoy sharing the fruits of their discoveries and insights for the enlightenment of others. They live by an ideology and philosophy that is all their own that is often backed by extensive academic study and acquired knowledge.

3. Ophiuchus People are Impulsive & Humorous.

Ophiuchus people are adventurous souls who are open to learning and experiencing new things. They are spontaneous and good at finding the humor in various situations. They know how to put a smile on other people’s face and poke fun at others in a non-mean spirited way. Although they have the ability to make light of many situations, Ophiuchus people can occasionally lose patience with oppositional people. Being rather restless and eager to get what they want, they can grow quickly irritated by slow moving processes. They are prone to abandoning relationships and situations out of boredom.

4. Ophiuchus is Super Opinionated.

People born under the sign of Ophiuchus speak their minds and seem to have a lot to say about everything. They tend to be very candid and honest and feel obliged to be forthright and tell it like they see it. They are not very keen on following rules despite their favorable standing with authority figures. If there is a rule that makes no sense to them, it is likely they will be vocal about it. Although they are not particularly rebellious, their sense of logic may compel them to flout policies that they think are stupid.

5. Ophiuchus People Can Often Be Irresponsible & Superficial.

When it comes to handling important matters and tasks, Ophiuchus is described as being very responsible and reliable. However, in most areas of their life, they can be prone to excesses and immoderate indulgences. Furthermore, they can be superficial in their approach to many things, especially in emotional matters. In their relationships, they can frustrate their partners by being too frivolous in how they express their feelings. Still, their playful attitude often makes them fun and exciting companions.

6. Ophiuchus People Tend to Have Good Luck.

Ophiuchus people seem to attract good luck, due to their positive outlook and progressive attitude. Their passion and drive makes them magnetic in many ways and encourages the universe to reward them generously. Because they are quite confident, they are willing to take certain risks that generally work out well for them. They are also bound to be lucky in romance and have little trouble attracting partners. For the Ophiuchus, trust and honesty is very important, and so any form of deception from a partner can effectively end the Ophiuchus person’s trust in them forever.

7. Ophiuchus is an Ambitious Achiever.

Determined and self-confident, Ophiuchus people are inclined to confront challenges rather than avoid them. They are generally workaholics who put a lot of energy and effort into furthering their careers and goals. They show themselves to be quite trustworthy in the workplace and will often engender the good favor of their bosses. Whether they want to be or not, the Ophiuchus person is often well suited for leadership and positions of management. They like to play an active role in making things happen and have a talent for conveying information to others and communicating effectively.

8. Ophiuchus Tends to Stay Calm Under pressure.

Temperament-wise, the Ophiuchus person is quite mellow and balanced. They are not easily perturbed or thrown off their game by problems and setbacks or crisis situations. This is part of what makes them good leaders and others are often compelled to seek advice and guidance from them. Ophiuchus people tend to maintain a certain detachment that can make them appear callous or uncaring. They don’t like feeling weighed down or held back by anything and prefer to keep things moving and maintain the freedom to come and go as they wish.

Famous Ophiuchus People include:

Vanessa Hudgens
Judd Apatow
Tyra Banks
Paula Patton
Mo’Nique
Anna Faris
Benjamin Bran
Shawn Carter
Bette Midler

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Jetta Moon is an artist, writer and astrology blogger. This site gives him an excuse to explore, learn and write about the world of psychology, astrology and various personality type systems.

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