Born on 4 May, 1947 (Sunday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)

Taurus

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)

Libra

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)

78 years, 4 months, 12 days

Your next birthday is 229 days away.

Life Path Number

Numerology

Day of the Week

Sunday

124th day of the year 1947.

Chinese Zodiac Sign

Pig (猪)

Roman Numerals

IV-V-MCMXLVII

LXXVIII years old

Timings

Sunrise: 04:26 Sunset: 19:28

London UTC

Personality Traits for people born on May 4, 1947

Born on May 4, 1947 : You are a practical diplomat — you turn conversation into stability.

Natural negotiator: Sun and Mercury in the 7th house from the Moon — you shine in one‑to‑one relationships and talks.
Money‑minded: Jupiter in the 2nd + Moon's South Node in the 2nd — you prize comfort, steady income and tangible value.
Hard worker: Venus and Mars in the 6th; Saturn and Pluto in the 10th — service, discipline and career rebuilding are part of your story.
Life numbers: Life Path Number 3 (creative communicator); Birth Number 04 (steady builder).

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Yearly Predictions

In the forthcoming year of 2025, as the cosmos align in your favor, you embark on a transformative journey marked by profound growth and fulfillment. The sub-cycle of Sun, commencing in May 2024 and culminating in April 2025, activates your seventh house, symbolizing partnerships and collaborations. This celestial influence heralds a period of harmonious relationships, both personal and professional. Your social interactions will be characterized by mutual respect, understanding, and support. You will find solace and strength in the company of loved ones, who will provide a bedrock of unwavering encouragement as you navigate life's twists and turns. The sub-cycle...

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What happened on May 4, 1947

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May 4, 1947 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1947 belongs to the Baby Boomers group.

When am I eligible to vote, open a bank account, buy a simcard and open a bank account? (Age of Majority)

United States: May 4, 1965
India: May 4, 1965
Philippines: May 4, 1965
United Kingdom: May 4, 1965
Canada: May 4, 1965

According to data from the ACE Electoral Knowledge Network, 205 countries and territories have a minimum voting age of 18 for national elections out of 237 countries and territories the organisation has data on as of October 2020. Some countries may issue additional requirements for voting eligibility from time to time.

When am I eligible to get a driving license?

Learner's Permit (Under supervision)

United States: May 4, 1962
India: May 4, 1963
Philippines: May 4, 1963
United Kingdom: May 4, 1964
Canada: May 4, 1963

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

United States: May 4, 1963
India: May 4, 1965
Philippines: May 4, 1965
United Kingdom: May 4, 1964
Canada: May 4, 1963

Full Driving License

United States: May 4, 1965
India: May 4, 1967
Philippines: May 4, 1965
United Kingdom: May 4, 1968
Canada: May 4, 1965

When do I reach age of consent?

United States: May 4, 1963
India: May 4, 1965
Philippines: May 4, 1963
United Kingdom: May 4, 1963
Canada: May 4, 1963

Disclaimer: This is not legal advise. Age of consent is a complex legal system which can vary depending on individual situation and circumstances. In the United States, as of April 2021, of the total fifty U.S. states, approximately thirty have an age of consent of 16 (with this being the most common age of consent in the country), some set the age of consent at 17, and in about eleven states the age is 18.

When can I marry without parental consent?

United States: May 4, 1965
India: May 4, 1968
Philippines: May 4, 1965
United Kingdom: May 4, 1965
Canada: May 4, 1965

When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?

United States: May 4, 1968
India: May 4, 1968
Philippines: May 4, 1965
United Kingdom: May 4, 1965
Canada: May 4, 1966

When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?

India: May 4, 1965
Canada: May 4, 1966
United States: May 4, 1968
Philippines: May 4, 1968
United Kingdom: May 4, 1965

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

June 4, 1993

Yes, you can become a millionaire by saving small and investing. Believe in yourself and it's never too late to start.

Please note, this calculation assumes $100 monthly savings into US stocks with ARR 7% and that the monthly savings double every 10 years from the starting date. The actual outcome might vary based on additional factors not considered in this simple calculation, such as taxes, fees, changes in contribution, or more complex compounding scenarios.

Your next birthday

May 4, 2026 is on a Monday.
Your next birthday is 229 days away.

Ephemeris for May 4, 1947

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.

Planet	Position (Tropical, Western)	Transits on May 4, 2025	Secondary Progressions for May 4, 2025
Sun	12 Taurus 58	14 Taurus 3	27 Cancer 40
Moon	1 Scorpio 57	10 Leo 31	11 Virgo 9
Mercury	0 Taurus 3	20 Aries 9	17 Cancer 53
Venus	10 Aries 58	2 Aries 6	15 Cancer 33
Mars	17 Aries 13	7 Leo 7	14 Gemini 5
Jupiter	23 Scorpio 49	22 Gemini 2	17 Scorpio 36
Saturn	3 Leo 13	28 Pisces 5	10 Leo 52
Uranus	19 Gemini 39	26 Taurus 31	24 Gemini 4
Neptune	8 Libra 34	1 Aries 11	8 Libra 17
Pluto	10 Leo 59	3 Aquarius 48	12 Leo 30
Rahu	3 Gemini 37	24 Pisces 58	29 Taurus 29
Ketu	3 Sagittarius 37	24 Virgo 58	29 Scorpio 29

Jyotish - Equal House, North Indian Style

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025

Transits for 2025

Mars square Moon
Exact: 01 January, 2025
Mars square Moon
Exact: 21 April, 2025
Jupiter trine Moon
Exact: 20 June, 2025
Mars aspects Rahu
Exact: 28 September, 2025
Jupiter trine Jupiter
Exact: 18 October, 2025
Jupiter trine Jupiter
Exact: 07 December, 2025

Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.