Leo (Simha) — The Complete Sign Guide
Leo (Simha in Vedic astrology) is the sovereign — warm, radiant, generous. Born Jul 23 – Aug 22, it is a Fixed Fire sign ruled by Sun, symbolised by the Lion.
Leo is the zodiac's sun: warm, generous and born to shine. Ruled by the Sun itself, you radiate confidence and creativity and you love wholeheartedly. You lead with the heart and need to be seen for who you truly are.
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Leo personality traits
Leo is the zodiac's sun: warm, generous and born to shine. Ruled by the Sun itself, you radiate confidence and creativity and you love wholeheartedly. You lead with the heart and need to be seen for who you truly are.
Leo strengths
Leo at its best is: Confident and charismatic, Generous and warm-hearted, Creative and expressive, Loyal and protective. These are the qualities that make Leo recognisable and reliable once you understand the sign.
Leo weaknesses
Every sign has a shadow. For Leo the growth edges are: Proud and ego-sensitive, Craves attention, Can be stubborn. Naming them is how a Leo turns them into strengths.
Leo in love and compatibility
In love Leo is romantic, devoted and dramatic — you give the whole sun and expect devotion back. Admire your partner openly and you're the most loyal sign in the zodiac.
Leo career and money
You lead and perform best: entertainment, management, politics, entrepreneurship, teaching, and any stage where your warmth and creativity are seen.
Leo Sun sign vs Moon sign (Rashi)
Western astrology reads your Leo Sun sign for identity. Vedic astrology (Jyotish) leans on your Moon sign — your Simha Rashi — for the emotional core. A Leo Moon tends to be warm, proud and needing to be appreciated. ShivAstro computes both from your exact birth details so you see the full picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸What are the dates for Leo?
Leo covers roughly Jul 23 – Aug 22. If you were born near the edge (a "cusp"), only an exact birth chart confirms your true Sun sign — ShivAstro calculates it free.
▸Who is Leo most compatible with?
Leo classically harmonises well with the other Fire signs and with complementary elements. But real compatibility is read from both full charts — try ShivAstro's free Guna Milan matching for an accurate answer.
▸What planet rules Leo?
Leo is ruled by Sun, which shapes much of the sign's character. The condition of Sun in your personal chart fine-tunes how strongly your Leo traits express.
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