Elements Qualities and Modes
There are two classifications of the Signs of the Zodiac -- Elements and Qualities/Modes -- and they each refer to core human characteristics.Each Element reflects a quality of human nature and corresponds with the Suits in both playing cards and the Tarot.
Zodiac qualities address the manner in which your zodiac sign finds expression.
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Greek Elements
The Elements (Fire, Earth, Air and Water) are based on ancient Greek philosophy. The ancients took it back to square one, the building blocks of life: the solid earth upon which we stand, the running water we use as a resource, the air we breathe and the fire which keeps us warm and aids in the creation of additional resources.
Ancient Science
It's easy to see a kinship to science in this elemental plan. With the individual in mind, the Greeks started philosophizing a bit. In this scenario, the body is considered earthy, feelings are fluid, thoughts often airy and activity animated and energetic.
As Astrology developed, the ancients attached these elemental characteristics to the Signs, seeing as how it made sense to place a watery label on a more emotional sort. Thus evolved the classification of the Signs to their corresponding Elements.
Elements and Signs
Once again the four Elements and their corresponding Signs are;
 Fire - (Aries, Leo and Sagittarius)
 Earth - (Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn)
 Air - (Gemini, Libra and Aquarius)
 Water - (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces)
While the Elements in and of themselves help to describe our basic nature, once combined in our overall astrological chart, they help to define us as a whole and complex person.
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Balance of Elements
In looking at an individuals astrological chart, the presence of more Fire Signs may well indicate a fiery, combustible personality.
Along the same lines, the absence of Earth Signs would indicate someone who is not very grounded or practical.
The presence of a mix of all of the Elements would be a sign of a well-rounded individual.
Keep in mind that the zodiac elements are merely a refinement to the basic personality traits of an individual. They are not an indicator of the persons basic personality.
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The Elements, which are also known as Triplicities (as in groupings of three), speak to the basic nature and temperament of your zodiac sign. Your zodiac sign element refines the interpretation of your astrological personality.
