Dec 22: Sagittarius-Capricorn Cusp – The Prophet’s Threshold

Today’s Legends:

• 1694 – Hermann Samuel Reimarus, German philosopher and writer (d. 1768)

Others:

• 1550 – Cesare Cremonini, Italian philosopher (d. 1631)

• 1765 – Johann Friedrich Pfaff, German mathematician (d. 1825)

• 1805 – John Obadiah Westwood, British entomologist (d. 1893)

• 1807 – Johann Sebastian Welhaven, Norwegian poet (d. 1873)

• 1819 – Pierre Ossian Bonnet, French mathematician (d. 1892)

• 1823 – Jean-Henri Fabre, French entomologist (d. 1915)

• 1853 – Yevgraf Fyodorov, Russian mathematician (d. 1919)

• 1856 – Frank B. Kellogg, U.S. Secretary of State, Nobel laureate (d. 1937)

• 1869 – Dmitri Egorov, Russian mathematician (d. 1931)

• 1872 – Camille Guérin, French veterinarian and bacteriologist (d. 1961)

• 1876 – Filippo Tommaso Marinetti, Italian poet and editor (d. 1944)

• 1887 – Srinivasa Ramanujan, Indian mathematician (d. 1920)

• 1898 – Vladimir Aleksandrovich Fock, Russian physicist (d. 1974)

• 1899 – Ji Yufeng, Chinese chemist (d. 1982)

• 1903 – Haldan Keffer Hartline, American physiologist, Nobel laureate (d. 1983)

• 1905 – Kenneth Rexroth, American poet (d. 1982)

• 1910 – Xia Chengying, Taiwanese writer (d. 2002)

• 1936 – James Burke, British writer

• 1937 – Eduard Uspensky, Russian writer

Today’s Holidays:

• Japan – Tōji (winter solstice)

• Indonesia – Mother’s Day celebration

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December 22 Birthday Book

Personality Analysis: People born on December 22 are quite adept at long-term planning, whether it’s in family or work. They tend to take one step at a time, relying on past experiences to predict what lies ahead. However, this doesn’t mean they are inflexible; instead, it shows that they are very clear about their goals at every stage of life and can effectively plan their time and energy to move steadily toward them.

People born on December 22 need security, so they tend to move slowly and cautiously, only progressing when they are certain of the situation. Because of this cautious nature, they rarely get themselves into trouble. However, life inevitably presents challenges, and when they do face them, the setbacks can be quite heavy. Still, with time to heal, they will recover and continue their slow and steady progress. If they have ambitions (though usually they don’t), their path is often slow and difficult because they are reluctant to take risks or compromise. Their attitude toward life is like a craftsman—enjoying the process of work more than the result.

Love Life: People born on December 22 are often more eager for a continuous romantic relationship than other Sagittarians, likely due to their moral views or personality traits. They are natural idealists—honest and passionate—and will remain loyal if they find someone who shares their dreams. Even if that’s not the case, they won’t take relationships lightly or try to deceive their partners, as they believe in the power of “truth.”

It’s not uncommon for those born on December 22 to have more than one marriage, as they are skilled at blending the unchanging with the changing, allowing them to maintain close relationships even with ex-partners. If they stay with the same person for a long time, it’s likely because the other person doesn’t try to control them.

For those born on December 22, changing partners is as natural as breathing, and trying to stop them is like depriving them of air.

Money Matters: People born on December 22 are more interested in making money than other Sagittarians and are more skilled in doing so. If they focus their energy and intelligence on this, they can achieve great success. While most Sagittarians enjoy lavish displays of wealth, those born on December 22 tend to prefer the best and most luxurious things. As a result, they may sometimes exceed their budget in an attempt to flaunt their success.

They are a contradiction—desiring both grandeur and the freedom of a gypsy lifestyle. If they can experience full freedom, they will feel truly happy.

Career Path: Learning new things and actively collecting knowledge is typical of Sagittarians, and this tendency is particularly pronounced in people born on December 22. As a result, they can pursue almost any job, but they may change careers if they encounter something new and unknown.

People born on December 22 have many talents and are also capable of seeing their abilities clearly. They possess the imagination and courage to turn these into reality. Their innate leadership can be useful in politics, military, philosophy, poetry, astronomy, natural sciences, exploration, and invention.

Health: People born on December 22 may experience physical problems due to overthinking or complex emotions. These issues, which are often buried deep inside, may eventually manifest in their bodies, especially in the aging of bones and circulatory systems. Thus, exercises that emphasize flexibility, such as yoga, aerobics, and tai chi, should be continued into middle age, along with controlled competitive activities. It’s also important to replace strict dietary habits with new, exciting foods. Their strong self-control over emotions may be released and eased through a healthy sexual life.

Lucky Numbers: People born on December 22 are influenced by the number 4 (2+2=4) and Uranus, both of which are explosive and highly unstable. With the influences of Jupiter (ruling planet of Sagittarius) and Saturn (ruling planet of Capricorn), they have a reserved yet explosive tendency.

People influenced by the number 4 have a strong sense of self-confidence, and their actions and views are guided by their own principles. As a result, they may face opposition and create enemies when their opinions differ from others. Since 22 is made up of two 2’s, those born on this day may enjoy things in pairs, such as twins, coincidences, mirrored images, or balanced situations.

Ideal Romantic Partners: February 17, February 18, May 5, May 23, June 5, July 3, July 12, August 29, September 8, October 18, December 7, December 27.

Ideal Friends: January 31, March 1, May 17, May 21, May 25, June 7, August 7, October 7, October 30, November 10, November 28, December 10.