The Zodiac Sign, Capricorn: Sun, Moon, and Rising

Capricorn

Element

Earth

Quality

Cardinal

House

10th

Symbol

Sea-goat

Planet

Saturn

Tarot Card

The Devil

Ambitious Reserved Determined

Cold Controlling

Who Is Capricorn?

Being an earth sign, Capricorn is represented by the goat. However, this goat isn’t just any ‘ole goat. The Capricorn goat is actually a special one known as the “sea-goat.”

Capricorn being a sea-goat gives it the upper body of a land animal and the tale end of a fish. Therefore, this reserved earth sign has an ethereal water quality to it as well. It knows how to swim upon the shore, but it still has horns.

With that being said, Capricorn seems to be a highly misunderstood sign. People often perceive the sea-goat as being materialistic. While it may swim in shallow waters, this sign has the ability to go deep below as well as climb the highest mountain peaks. Both smart and wise, this is the sign that truly knows how to survive.

Capricorn Sun signs are commonly associated with traits such as pessimism, dedication to climbing social ladders, and hard work. These qualities can be true whenever a Capricorn feels they’re missing the mark. Being one of the most misunderstood signs, however, Capricorn is much more multifaceted than many believe.

In fact, they are quite funny people who speak fluent sarcasm. This is exemplified by Capricorn figures like Betty White and Jim Carrey, who are hilarious and well-known for it! Sea-goats enjoy things like dry puns and whatever is delightfully corny. Perhaps they should be called Capricorn-y!

Despite their determination to achieve their goals, Capricorns are not usually as serious as commonly perceived. Therefore, they often display quite dark humor to combat their keen awareness of the stark realities of their world. In addition to their complex nature, they possess a deeply emotional side, which isn’t as obvious, and can be somewhat intense and seemingly brooding.

Unlike the water signs, however, they may struggle to be emotionally vulnerable. For that reason, they may come off as cold and emotionally detached. Truthfully, they’re highly reflective and extraordinarily internally driven people. Capricorns naturally operate in extremes and do not typically recognize shades of gray in life.

They demonstrate extreme focus, loyalty, and ambition to all they commit to. However, they may choose to strip away their emotional attachments when they feel slighted, and “ghost” others without much explanation. This is their way of moving on from deep emotional pain, rather than acting in ways that could be ill-intended. No matter what, they always keep moving, showing unmatched self-respect, with their eye on the prize in their mind.

Cap moon’s sense of self-respect and self-love seems to be defined by how successful they are. Their standards are quite high for themselves, but they can do anything as long as they keep trying! Chances are, they will keep trying too.

Being a cardinal sign, Capricorn likes to manage. They’re quite independent, reserved, ambitious, and sometimes a bit bossy. While they’re a domineering go-getter, they’re also passive when it comes to an argument. Meaning, they’d just rather avoid it.

Oftentimes, this placement feels blocked in some way emotionally. While they’re able to fully feel their emotions, they’re unsure of how to put them into words. With a lack of trust, they may find themselves deciding that it’s better not to try to and later be disappointed.

This placement is most definitely a smart ass! Feeling vulnerable may be quite an uncomfortable place for them, but they can easily direct this with laughter. So, they may handle their emotional pain by making self-deprecating jokes.

They’re frequently unsure of themselves, but appear confident at the same time. Being both hot and cold, they’re often confusing to others. One day they’re ready to commit to a relationship, and the next they don’t even call. Either way, it’s important for them to be more cautious of how and what they give and take with others and decide if it’s for the right reasons.

Those who have Capricorn Rising are ruled by the only planet with rings, Saturn! Symbolizing responsibility, they may have had a few hard knocks in life that taught them some difficult lessons. These could have led them seemingly off their path, but they always come out stronger.

People take Capricorn rising seriously, as they don’t tolerate disrespect. In fact, they demand it from others and will quickly let them know if they crossed a line. However, this placement is sure to give others the same courtesy.

Saturn, also being the planet of restriction, can put a delay on death! This means, depending on some other factors, having Saturn as a chart ruler can keep Cap Rising quite healthy up into a very old age, which is a blessing and a curse. Therefore, those with this placement may live to be incredibly old!

Capricorn risings often do things rather instinctively. Their choices are led by simply following the direction of their own two feet. They have a certain presence about them that could either inspire others or make them envious of their hard exterior. Because they’re clearly a tough individual, many people have likely mistaken them as cold and uncaring at times.

Capricorn Rising Appearance

Rising Capricorn people are often thin, with small but sharp features. They have darker, finer hair than your family members and rather fair skin. Their faces are long and oval-shaped and their top lip is generally thinner than their bottom lip.

Queen or of the resting b*tch face, Capricorn Rising has an intense gaze. Even during the moments in which they space out, they still impress upon others that they’re a boss, and not someone to be messed with. Their presence is intimidating and strong.