Born on 20 October, 1947 (Monday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)

Libra

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)

Sagittarius

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)

77 years, 10 months, 27 days

Your next birthday is 33 days away.

Life Path Number

Numerology

Day of the Week

Monday

293rd day of the year 1947.

Chinese Zodiac Sign

Pig (猪)

Roman Numerals

XX-X-MCMXLVII

LXXVII years old

Timings

Sunrise: 06:30 Sunset: 17:00

London UTC

Personality Traits for people born on October 20, 1947

Born on October 20, 1947 : Your friendly wit and quiet power guide people when it matters most

Jovial connector — Sun, Mercury and Venus in the 11th house from the Moon: you shine among friends and causes.
Private intensity — Mars, Saturn and Pluto in the 8th house from the Moon: you transform through crisis and shared responsibility.
Caregiver with duty — Life Path Number 6 and Birth Number 2: you mediate, nurture and aim for balance.
Unconventional partnerships and idealistic career notes — Uranus in the 7th, Neptune in the 10th, Jupiter in the 12th.

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Yearly Predictions

As you embark on the year 2025, the cosmos have aligned to orchestrate a transformative journey for you. The sub-cycle of Saturn, which commences in August 2024 and concludes in September 2025, will activate your eighth house, urging you to delve into the depths of your being and confront hidden truths. This introspective period may stir up emotions and challenge your sense of stability, yet it holds the potential for profound healing and growth. Saturn, the stern taskmaster of the zodiac, demands introspection and discipline. As it transits through your eighth house, it will illuminate your inner landscape, revealing both...

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Shared Birthdays

Some famous persons born on October 20, 1947

Wolfgang Brendel, Opera singer, and University teacher, born in Munich
Aljoscha Rompe, Singer, born in Berlin (died: November 23, 2000)
Aaron Teitelbaum, Rabbi, born in Brooklyn
Franco Diogene, Film actor, Television actor, Stage actor, and Actor, born in Catania (died: May 27, 2005)
Barbara Wally, Art historian, born in Salzburg
Nessim Sibony, Mathematician, born in Marrakesh (died: October 30, 2021)
Georg Wilhelm Adamowitsch, Politician, and Engineer, born in Hamelin
Patricia Verdugo, Journalist, and Writer, born in Santiago (died: January 13, 2008)
Willem Jan op 't Hof, Theologian, and University teacher, born in Rotterdam
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What happened on October 20, 1947

The Indo-Pakistani War of 1947-1948 begins, escalating tensions between India and Pakistan over the disputed territory of Kashmir. Additionally, Pakistan establishes diplomatic relations with the United States, strengthening its international standing.

October 20, 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: October 20, 1965
India: October 20, 1965
Philippines: October 20, 1965
United Kingdom: October 20, 1965
Canada: October 20, 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: October 20, 1962
India: October 20, 1963
Philippines: October 20, 1963
United Kingdom: October 20, 1964
Canada: October 20, 1963

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

United States: October 20, 1963
India: October 20, 1965
Philippines: October 20, 1965
United Kingdom: October 20, 1964
Canada: October 20, 1963

Full Driving License

United States: October 20, 1965
India: October 20, 1967
Philippines: October 20, 1965
United Kingdom: October 20, 1968
Canada: October 20, 1965

When do I reach age of consent?

United States: October 20, 1963
India: October 20, 1965
Philippines: October 20, 1963
United Kingdom: October 20, 1963
Canada: October 20, 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: October 20, 1965
India: October 20, 1968
Philippines: October 20, 1965
United Kingdom: October 20, 1965
Canada: October 20, 1965

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

United States: October 20, 1968
India: October 20, 1968
Philippines: October 20, 1965
United Kingdom: October 20, 1965
Canada: October 20, 1966

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

India: October 20, 1965
Canada: October 20, 1966
United States: October 20, 1968
Philippines: October 20, 1968
United Kingdom: October 20, 1965

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

November 20, 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

October 20, 2025 is on a Monday.
Your next birthday is 33 days away.

Ephemeris for October 20, 1947

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.

Planet	Position (Tropical, Western)	Transits on October 20, 2024	Secondary Progressions for October 20, 2024
Sun	26 Libra 1	27 Libra 22	13 Capricorn 50
Moon	6 Capricorn 45	6 Gemini 13	5 Scorpio 41
Mercury	19 Scorpio 43	10 Scorpio 9	14 Capricorn 52
Venus	8 Scorpio 22	2 Sagittarius 58	14 Aquarius 13
Mars	10 Leo 42	24 Cancer 10	7 Virgo 32
Jupiter	29 Scorpio 7	21 Gemini 7	15 Sagittarius 58
Saturn	21 Leo 17	13 Pisces 12	22 Leo 16
Uranus	26 Gemini 3	26 Taurus 21	23 Gemini 21
Neptune	11 Libra 8	27 Pisces 44	12 Libra 58
Pluto	14 Leo 46	29 Capricorn 38	14 Leo 25
Rahu	24 Taurus 40	5 Aries 20	20 Taurus 35
Ketu	24 Scorpio 40	5 Libra 20	20 Scorpio 35

Jyotish - Equal House, North Indian Style

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025

Transits for 2025

Saturn sextile Rahu
Exact: 01 April, 2025
Mars conjunction Mars
Exact: 11 May, 2025
Jupiter trine Sun
Exact: 21 May, 2025
Mars conjunction Saturn
Exact: 31 May, 2025
Jupiter opposition Moon
Exact: 10 July, 2025
Jupiter trine Venus
Exact: 20 July, 2025
Jupiter trine Mercury
Exact: 08 September, 2025
Mars conjunction Ketu
Exact: 28 October, 2025
Mars opposition Rahu
Exact: 28 October, 2025
Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 27 November, 2025
Saturn sextile Rahu
Exact: 27 November, 2025

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