Aspects for the week beginning 12 October 2025
Libran Archetypes
I am writing about the Libran Archetypes today, before the month of Libra is out! This is the eighth of my series specifically on astrological Archetypes. It is time to embrace the potential of this sign, turning the spotlight on its Archetypes.
A few words about Librans: Like Taureans and Pisceans, they possess a cornucopia of talents, which can encompass many Archetypes. So I will have to concentrate my mind on just a few. The strengths of this sign are art, music, design and relationships.
So, following, are some thoughts I highlighted back in my 2015 blog, and then some examples of Libra and its Archetypes, including from history:
“Knight
The knight is associated with the medieval codes of romance, courtly love, courtly manners and chivalry, but also with its polarity Aries through warriorship. The term “gallantry” comes from the Baroque ideal of refined elegance.
Princess
The Princess Archetype is the Queen (Leo Archetype) in waiting, the desire for emotional power but with the lack of responsibility. It is carefree and youthful. Often a young girl will play Princess to a certain type of father, who is willing to play the game of pampering. It can be a harmless Archetype, but is sometimes seen as a diva. It can be a necessary stage of development for a female in trying to establish her own power. In some ways it is the female counterpart of the Knight, in its pleasantries, and is related to the Damsel Archetype.
Advocate
Librans are well known for their love of justice and fairness.
Advocate – Traditional
Traditionally, the Advocate is squarely Libran, associated with the law profession and promoting equality. In her “Archetype Cards” Caroline Myss defines it embodying “a lifelong devotion to championing the rights of others and a passion to transform social injustices.”
Advocate – Modern (with Aquarius)
In her book “Archetypes” Caroline Myss introduces new forms of Archetypes for the modern world. For the Advocate, she progresses the picture:
“The Advocate may be the most unfamiliar archetype among our family of ten. That’s because this is a relatively recent addition to the cosmic theatre, having emerged as a recognized pattern of power with the rise of civil consciousness and social action in the 1960s”
Her final thought is: “There has never been a time in history so primed for the talents of true Advocates. Listen to your heart, find your cause, and commit to it.”
Famous Examples: John Lennon, Sun in Libra, Advocate of Peace, with Ascendant in Aries the Action Hero, partnered by Yoko Ono, Sun in Aquarius, the Social Activist.
Sting and Bob Geldof, Librans born in the same week of the same year, are Advocates for a number of causes.
Married couple Catherine Zeta Jones and Michael Douglas share a birthday in Libra, and have hosted a Nobel Peace Prize concert together. He has been involved in supporting the causes of human rights, nuclear disarmament and gun control (specifically prompted by the death of John Lennon).
Diplomat
The Diplomat is related to the Mediator Archetype. In my 2010 article which appeared as a guest blog on Joyce Mason’s astrological blog site, I identified an Archetype for South Node in Libra for a past life:
My South Node in Libra Past Life Archetype card reads:
‘Venus conjunct South Node
Archetype: The Diplomat
Place: Ancient Greece
Time: 421 BC
My name is Demis. I live in Corinth and try to smooth relations between Athens and Sparta. I can see both their qualities and greatness and feel that I can bring them together. There are plenty of people practising the art of war, but not enough cultivating the art of peace. I love justice, too, having been educated in philosophy and law and hope one day that all people will accept the balance it brings. I am proud, too, of the artistic achievements of my country, which I think are outstanding. For beauty is truth and truth beauty, as you can see on this urn that I have before me. Maybe one day a poet will capture that essence.’
Fashionista
Another modern Archetype pointed out by Caroline Myss is “The Fashionista”:
“If you are a modern-day Fashionista you were formed out of two opposing forces. One is the feminist movement of the 1960s and 1970s, which gave you an appetite for freedom of expression and appreciation for your body. The other is the rise of the modelling and cosmetics industries and the fashion press…”
Under her Checklist for the Fashionista she offers the mantra “I consider my life my personal fashion statement.”
Famous Examples: Gok Wan, Style Guru – Though he is a meticulous Virgo Sun Sign, he has a forensic exact conjunction of Mercury and Pluto in Libra.
Maria Bueno, who in the 1960s wore groundbreaking tennis outfits and was the last word in elegance; Serena Williams is also Libran, and has a fashion house.
Gary and Martin Kemp, Libran brothers, leaders in the New Romantic(s) movement of musical style in their band “Spandau Ballet”. Librans are collaborators, so where you have two Librans together, there can be a good partnership.”
Other Archetypes:
The Artist
Taurus and Libra are both ruled by the artistic planet Venus. As an earth sign, Taurus inclines towards pottery and sculpture, while as an Air sign Libra inclines towards design, including interior design, harmony and fashion.
The Musician
Similarly, Taurus and Libra are both ruled by the musical planet Venus. Both signs are associated with singing and playing musical instruments, while as an Air sign Libra has a particular talent for composition.
The Beautician
Beauty is the province of Libra, and while the renowned beautician and make-up artist Bobbi Brown is not Libra, she does have Venus, the planet that represents beauty, exactly conjunct her natal Sun. In a recent interview, she was asked “What is your earliest memory?”, to which she replied: “Watching my mother put on makeup. I was in awe of her beauty and glamour. She was only 21 when I was born and quite stunning.”
Historical/more in-depth Examples
The Musicians
Bob Geldof (b.5/10/1951, 14.20 Hrs, Dublin)
Sir Bob Geldof is a true blue Libran (blue is the colour for Libra btw). He has Mercury/Saturn/Sun/Neptune and the Midheaven, in Libra. I wrote in 2014:
“Sir Bob is both an optimist (Moon exactly trine Jupiter) and a realist (Mercury exactly conjunct Saturn). He has the power to change the world in profound ways (Pluto closely trine his Ascendant. He is an activist (Mars sextile closely his Midheaven/Careerpoint, which bisects a trine between Mars and his Chiron). He has a karmic mission as a humanitarian (Moon closely square his Nodal Axis). I didn’t like his anthem for the workers (with the Boomtown Rats) “I Don’t like Mondays”, but I do admire his drive to help. In his autobiography “Is That It?” he wrote about lying in bed anguishing about Africa, and being presented with a vision of a tunnel and what he must do appearing at the end, which culminated in his work on Live Aid.”
Sting (b.5210/1951, 1.30 a.m., Wallsend)
Sting has Saturn/Sun, Neptune/Moon in Libra.
In the same article, I wrote about Sting:
“Sir Bob Geldof and Sting are born only three days apart, in the same year (1951), with their Suns in Libra. So some of the same impulses motivate them both. Sir Bob has the global sign Sagittarius rising, and Sting is a showman, with Leo rising. Despite a possible air of self-indulgence, Sting does have a profound thinking conjunction of Pluto and the Part of Fortune in his 1st House.”
The Artist
Caravaggio (29/9/1571 – 18/7/1610)
Caravaggio was an outstanding painter, but he only had the Sun in Libra. More telling is his conjunction of Mercury and Saturn in Scorpio, showing his tempestuous nature, but also depicting the art technique he was particularly known for: chiaroscuro (the contrast of light and shade). It can be argued that this represents a balance, as in Libra. But I feel it more truly reflects the Scorpio dramatisation. His art was sensitive (Venus exactly square Neptune) and his mind brilliant (Mercury closely sextile Uranus).
The Diplomat
Lord Peter Ricketts (b 30/9/1952)
Peter Ricketts was a British senior diplomat and is a life peer. He has been in the House of Lords since 2016. He was a part of the Intelligence Committee under Tony Blair’s prime ministership, and a national security adviser under David Cameron. He has four planets in Libra: Sun, Mercury, Saturn and Neptune. He has an unaspected Venus, which can sometimes result in a heightened freedom to express its qualities, in this case diplomacy.
You may notice that with your Libran family, friends and acquaintances, some of them have more than one of these Archetypes. While the Sun is in Libra (until 23rd October), you can connect with your own Libran Archetypes, or Venusian qualities if you do not have any Libran planets, and enable them to blossom. If you are a Libran, make the most of those talents!
Aspects
Tomorrow (Monday 13th), Venus enters Libra; Venus as its ruler is very comfortable in Libra, one of her two signs. If you have design skills in art or music, they could be heightened now, and in the near future. At the very least, polish up your vocal skills. She is in residence here until 6th November.
A timetable is needed for Tuesday (14th):
1.16 a.m. – Neptune opposite Venus
If you find yourself wakeful in the early hours, you can put it down to Neptune opposing Venus. Thoughts may be confused in the night, and you may wonder if you are asleep, awake or in the hypnogogic state between. The day will demand that you sort out your feelings, the real from the illusion, and especially in relationships. In politics, there may be bluffs and double bluffs. In relationships, more compassion is needed, and in finance more honesty. Fine words may butter no parsnips.
2.54 a.m. Pluto goes Direct
Pluto is Stationary prior to turning Direct, in the very early hours of the morning. This may ease the path a little, and bring relief that the deep issues are being tackled. We may feel we are coming through a transition, or at least on a more salubrious path. The ruminations of the entire retrograde period (since 4th May) bear fruit. Breakthroughs can take place at this juncture, e.g. reunions where perhaps people have not been speaking to each other.
14.10 Hrs – Venus trine Uranus
Making it through to lunchtime, you may find a fresh and sparkling energy. The aspect may set you up with exciting meetings, or bring encounters of the illuminating kind. In the field of the Arts, it can bring originality and surprise, e.g. to a performance of music. Ideas for assisting the problems in our society may also crop up, such as community-based solutions.
23.45 Hrs – Venus trine Pluto
Late evening, relationships can come on to a deeper but firmer footing. It is an aspect which is helpful for money and love. Pluto settles your deepest feelings into a more comfortable psychological context. This aspect helps us through changes and transformations on a human level. It is about deep love, deep awareness of your relationship with money, and profound artistry.
Venus in Libra, Uranus in Gemini, and Pluto in Aquarius form an Air Grand Trine. This is especially beneficial for communications and connecting the dots generally.
On Friday (17th) Jupiter squares the Sun, an aspect which exaggerates everything it comes into contact with. There is also a joyful, humorous side of Sun square Jupiter, so some laughter-yoga from time to time during the day would not go amiss! It could be a fun day, but be aware of carelessness or overreaching goals.
The week in bullet points:
- Monday – artistic and musical skills to the fore
- Tuesday – confused feelings; psychological clarification; exciting meetings; deep feelings; connecting the dots
- Friday – jollity, both wise and unwise