Born on 16 September, 1948 (Thursday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac
Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac
Age (Today)
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Life Path Number
Numerology
Day of the Week
260th day of the year 1948.
Chinese Zodiac Sign
Roman Numerals
LXXVI years old
Timings
London UTC
Personality Traits for people born on September 16, 1948
Born on September 16, 1948 : You’re the quietly inventive investigator who shows up when depth matters
- Curious and inventive: You combine a patient mind (Birth number 7) with a cooperative heart (Life path 2).
- Emotionally deep: Sun, Mercury and Neptune placed in the 8th-from-Moon highlight a taste for secrets, healing and transformation.
- Independent but relational: You value people who stand on their own; partnerships teach important life lessons (Saturn in 7th).
- Practical risk-taker: Career recognition (Jupiter in 10th) comes with sudden gains and the need to avoid speculation.
At this stage of life you carry both stories and tools. You know how to read a room and how to disappear into a problem until it resolves. Think of yourself as someone who prefers the basement workshop to the stage — quietly fixing what others overlook. That steady craft will keep opening doors as long as you let curiosity lead.
Personality : Inventive
Your first impulse is to understand causes, not just symptoms. You’re inventive and unpredictable in small, useful ways: you’ll repurpose an old radio into a bedside lamp or find a better way to explain a family history. Mercury and the Sun in the 8th-from-Moon give you an investigative voice; you prefer meaningful talk over small talk. You dislike inattentiveness and lack of tact, and you’re drawn to independent people who respect boundaries. That mix makes you reliable in crisis and quietly magnetic in conversation — a hook that invites deeper connection.
Talent and Abilities : Analytical healer
Your gifts sit at the intersection of research and service. Birth number 7 brings a reflective, seeker mind; Life path 2 adds diplomacy and cooperation. Uranus in the 5th-from-Moon gives flashes of creative genius, while Pluto and Venus in the 6th suggest you transform routine work into something meaningful. Jupiter in the 10th points to public or professional recognition. Unconscious motives: you want to turn mystery into order and to be useful. Use these gifts in research, teaching, consultancy, or hands-on crafts — your best work combines mind and service, and it often arrives in unexpected bursts.
Blind Spots : Restless perfectionism
You can be hard on yourself. That low self-esteem shows up as inconsistent effort: brilliant starts that fizzle because you second-guess. You repeat questions or test people to feel secure, which can frustrate partners. You also bristle at inattention — and when annoyed you withdraw rather than explain. That pattern keeps you stuck in replay. Recognize it: your mind wants certainty, but people require patience. Change the test into a conversation and you’ll keep more people with you.
Karmic Lessons : Learning to speak and to act
Nodes are blunt teachers for you: the Moon’s South Node sits in the 9th-from-Moon (comfort with big beliefs), while Rahu is in the 3rd (push toward local action and communication). Symbolically, you bring an old set of beliefs or distant loyalties and the lesson is to exchange theory for practical speech and curiosity. Saturn in the 7th says partnerships will be the classroom for this work — commitments show you where you must grow. Watch for Saturn and Rahu transits; they highlight moments when these lessons accelerate.
Family and Environment : Complex roots
Early family life likely asked you to grow up before you were ready. Analysis points to attachment challenges around the mother and a father who may be distant or relocated. You may inherit skills from textile, trade, or practical crafts, and family relations carry both support and friction. You tend to be loyal but cautious; long-term family ties can come with unresolved issues. Care for elders matters here — health or relocation can bring responsibilities, and those years reshape how you measure success.
Health and Habits : Keep moving
Take routine checks for eyes, thyroid and cardiovascular markers — these appear as recurring themes. You do well with steady, low-impact movement: walking, gentle strength work, and consistent sleep. You’re not naturally an early riser; a regular morning ritual (even 20 minutes) will improve mood and digestion. Emotional intensity can show up physically, so daily breathing, short walks and scheduled checkups will pay off. During heavy Saturn or Pluto cycles, slow down and prioritize rest.
Education and Student Life : Smart but uneven
Intellect is present; you remember details and care about depth. Yet motivation may have waxed and waned — you can get into good programs (there are notes about lucky admissions) but sometimes didn’t follow through. You learn best when study ties to meaning: trade theory for real problems and you’ll stay engaged. Mentors or a late-life course may unlock the curiosity you kept on hold.
Work, Money and Career : Practical innovator
If you are male: you may lean toward transformative, hands-on careers — construction, contracts, government, or technical trades that reward steady skill and occasional risk. If you are female: you might find success in creative leadership, teaching, healing professions or unconventional, service-oriented careers. Jupiter in the 10th hints at public recognition; Saturn in the 7th asks you to manage partnerships carefully. Expect at least one sudden financial boon in life — but avoid speculative “quick rich” schemes. Treat income like a project: plan, test, and protect your capital.
Love Life and Romantic Partners : Karmic and deep
Your relationships teach slow, necessary lessons. Saturn in the 7th brings delays, contracts and seriousness; Neptune and the 8th-from-Moon add soul ties, idealism and occasional confusion. You crave meaningful bonds and can be intensely loyal once committed. You also expect emotional competence and can be disappointed by partners who are shallow.
If you are male: your wife may come from a nurturing or artistic background (medicine, hospitality, music), or she may carry a quiet reputation. You’ll be drawn to someone who respects your independence but can hold emotional depth. If you are female: your husband may be intellectual, involved in research or communication fields, perhaps attached to his own family or career path. Both genders should watch high expectations — they can produce distance. Practice plain talk: small, honest conversations will defuse long, costly misunderstandings and turn depth into real companionship.
Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Stubborn self-doubt
Be blunt with yourself: your greatest enemy is the loop of hesitation and blame. You can brood, push people away, gamble emotionally or financially, and then replay the pain. You also risk over-analyzing until life moves without you. The cure is ugly but simple — act before you feel fully ready. That’s where growth hides.
Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies :
- Walk 20–30 minutes daily; movement steadyers emotion and metabolism.
- Journal decisions: short pros/cons to beat second-guessing (use Life path 2’s diplomacy).
- Protect savings: keep a 6-month emergency fund; avoid high-risk speculation.
- Practice one honest conversation a week with a close partner — clarity beats testing.
- Track big transits (Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus): use Jupiter cycles for public moves, Saturn cycles for long-term commitments.
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What happened on September 16, 1948
Ugh, my events diary has no entry for this date.September 16, 1948 Facts
What is my generation?
The person with birth year 1948 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: September 16, 1966
- India: September 16, 1966
- Philippines: September 16, 1966
- United Kingdom: September 16, 1966
- Canada: September 16, 1966
When am I eligible to get a driving license?
Learner's Permit (Under supervision)
- United States: September 16, 1963
- India: September 16, 1964
- Philippines: September 16, 1964
- United Kingdom: September 16, 1965
- Canada: September 16, 1964
Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)
- United States: September 16, 1964
- India: September 16, 1966
- Philippines: September 16, 1966
- United Kingdom: September 16, 1965
- Canada: September 16, 1964
Full Driving License
- United States: September 16, 1966
- India: September 16, 1968
- Philippines: September 16, 1966
- United Kingdom: September 16, 1969
- Canada: September 16, 1966
When do I reach age of consent?
- United States: September 16, 1964
- India: September 16, 1966
- Philippines: September 16, 1964
- United Kingdom: September 16, 1964
- Canada: September 16, 1964
When can I marry without parental consent?
- United States: September 16, 1966
- India: September 16, 1969
- Philippines: September 16, 1966
- United Kingdom: September 16, 1966
- Canada: September 16, 1966
When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?
- United States: September 16, 1969
- India: September 16, 1969
- Philippines: September 16, 1966
- United Kingdom: September 16, 1966
- Canada: September 16, 1967
When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?
- India: September 16, 1966
- Canada: September 16, 1967
- United States: September 16, 1969
- Philippines: September 16, 1969
- United Kingdom: September 16, 1966
When Will I Become a Millionaire?
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Astrology Analysis


Ephemeris for September 16, 1948
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on September 16, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for September 16, 2024 |
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Sun | 23 Virgo 17 | 23 Virgo 53 | 8 Sagittarius 59 |
Moon | 0 Pisces 4 | 28 Aquarius 0 | 15 Sagittarius 7 |
Mercury | 17 Libra 52 | 11 Virgo 27 | 2 Sagittarius 35 |
Venus | 7 Leo 54 | 21 Libra 40 | 6 Scorpio 26 |
Mars | 8 Scorpio 28 | 6 Cancer 45 | 3 Capricorn 19 |
Jupiter | 20 Sagittarius 28 | 20 Gemini 28 | 3 Capricorn 18 |
Saturn | 0 Virgo 5 | 15 Pisces 19 | 6 Virgo 27 |
Uranus | 0 Cancer 26 | 27 Taurus 11 | 29 Gemini 22 |
Neptune | 12 Libra 0 | 28 Pisces 38 | 14 Libra 35 |
Pluto | 15 Leo 42 | 29 Capricorn 47 | 16 Leo 31 |
Rahu | 7 Taurus 5 | 7 Aries 8 | 3 Taurus 4 |
Ketu | 7 Scorpio 5 | 7 Libra 8 | 3 Scorpio 4 |
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