Birthday 1953 August 5

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Born on 5 August, 1953 (Wednesday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Leo

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Taurus

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
72 years, 1 month, 9 days

Your next birthday is 324 days away.

Life Path Number
4

Numerology

Day of the Week
Wednesday

217th day of the year 1953.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Snake (蛇)
Roman Numerals
V-VIII-MCMLIII

LXXII years old

Timings
Sunrise: 04:28 Sunset: 19:44

London UTC

Personality Traits for people born on August 5, 1953

Born on August 5, 1953 : You build security with a clever voice and a steady hand

  • Life Path 4 — practical, disciplined, focused on building a lasting foundation.
  • Money and values lead the story: Sun, Mercury, Mars and Pluto sit in the 2nd house from your Moon — your words, actions and drive link to resources and self-worth.
  • Warm but unpredictable feelings: Venus conjunct Moon and Uranus conjunct Moon make you charming and surprising in relationships.
  • Hidden growth: Jupiter in the 12th and Rahu in the 8th point to spiritual learning and deep transformations ahead.

You’ve spent much of your life turning things you care about into something that endures — money, reputation, home, and the trust of friends. Think of yourself as someone who keeps a ledger and a songbook: practical, yet emotionally tuned. That balance between economy and feeling explains where your strengths begin.

Personality : Strategic Communicator

You speak well and you read people. With Mercury in the same sector as your values, conversation is a tool: to connect, to bargain, to persuade. People notice that you want intelligence around you and you react sharply to pessimism. You’re protective of those you love and you prefer practical help over vague sympathy. At times your social skill can come across as calculated — and that edge can be useful when you need results. This talent points straight to the kinds of work and talents you use daily.

Talent and Abilities : Financial Craftsman

Your chart stacks key planets in the house of possessions and worth. That gives you an unusual knack for turning ideas into income, and for sensing where value hides. Mars and Pluto lend persistence and the ability to remake resources; Life Path 4 supplies patience and structure. Unconsciously you seek security and respect, so you often choose careers or roles that let you protect others while building something measurable. When cycles of Pluto or Saturn move through money areas, you may remake your financial life in a single phase.

Blind Spots : Charm That Can Control

The same persuasive gift can slip into manipulation when you equate worth with safety. Moon’s South Node in the 2nd house suggests a habit of leaning on possessions or status as emotional armor. With Uranus near the Moon, your feelings can switch quickly — warm one moment, detached the next — and others may read that as unpredictability. Recognize when you’re managing outcomes instead of sharing them; that awareness warms relationships and lowers friction.

Karmic Lessons : Release Old Security Patterns

Your chart asks you to balance building with letting go. The pull to hold tight to what feels safe (Moon’s South Node in the 2nd) meets a push toward deep change (Rahu in the 8th). Jupiter in the 12th suggests healing through private reflection, service, or spiritual practice. Life asks you to transform attachment into generosity; major transits of Pluto, Saturn or Rahu will make these lessons more intense but also more clarifying.

Family and Environment : Home as Responsibility and Ideal

Saturn and Neptune in the 4th house describe a home that was serious, duty-bound, and also touched by idealism or confusion. Your mother likely left a strong emotional imprint and the household expected dependability. There’s also a suggestion of public-service ties in the family — a steady, responsible atmosphere that shaped your sense of duty. Those roots push you toward stable choices, while also stirring a wish for quieter, inner care.

Health and Habits : Sturdy but Watch the Nervous System

You tend to be durable — Life Path 4 gives physical stamina and grounded habits — yet stress hits the nerves and digestion. Sleep patterns and skin sensitivity can flare when you’re overworking or worrying about money. Simple routines help: regular walks, gentle leg-strengthening exercise, and short daily breathing practices soothe Uranus-Moon tension. During heavy Saturn transits, scale back and rest more.

Education and Student Life : Reader Who Learns by Doing

You learn well from reading and conversation, though formal schooling may have included interruptions. Skills and talents often show after childhood — around age 12 and onward — and you may blend language, practical tech, or financial training. That mix creates a useful toolbox: you can coach, manage, teach, or run a small financial or administrative operation.

Work, Money and Career : Steady in Finance or Practical Leadership

Banking, accounting, administration, real estate or any steady trade suits you. You’re disciplined with money and good at systems. Expect things to grow slowly but solidly. Occasionally you may face bureaucratic delays, missed promotions, or fines — times when patience and proper paperwork matter most. Big planetary cycles (Pluto, Saturn) can force major financial rework, but you have the temperament to rebuild stronger.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Protective, Magnetic, and Sometimes Challenging

You attract partners easily because your feelings show: Venus conjunct Moon makes you warm, available and attractive. But Uranus brings sudden changes, so relationships can begin with spark and shift into surprise. You like people who protect and challenge you at once. If you are male: your wife is likely practical and intellectual — perhaps in communications, teaching, or a career that moves her around; she may be slightly older or authoritative. If you are female: your husband may come from a steady, possibly public-service or business background, supported by family and practical in his approach. In either case, partners may display strong personalities; power struggles can arise when you try to control value and decisions. During Saturn or Uranus transits, dynamics change markedly — use those moments to renegotiate roles instead of holding old rules.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Clinging to Safety

Your blunt weaknesses: stubbornness, a nosy streak, and a tendency to use charm as leverage. These habits can push people away and create avoidable friction around money or home. Bureaucratic snafus or penalties sometimes appear, testing your patience. Face these problems directly: admit mistakes, share control, and stop equating value with identity — that frees both your relationships and your resources.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Schedule an annual financial audit; keep clear records and a simple emergency fund.
  • Practice 10 minutes of breathing or meditation daily to steady sudden mood swings.
  • Channel social skill into service: mentor locally or volunteer for a board to translate influence into legacy.
  • When Pluto, Saturn or Rahu cycles hit, delay big financial leaps; favor careful planning over impulse.
  • Consider family therapy or mediation for home issues; a small symbolic ritual (giving a practical item before a big move) can help you let go.

Yearly Predictions

As you embark on the journey of 2025, the celestial tapestry weaves a tale of both challenges and opportunities. The sub-cycle of Mercury, extending from December 2024 to June 2027, activates your 2nd house, governed by Mercury itself and the 4th house. This activation signifies a period of introspection and reflection, urging you to delve deep within and reassess your values, priorities, and life's purpose. The presence of Mercury in an enemy sign creates a competitive atmosphere, presenting adverse situations and challenges. Coupled with the malefic influence of Mars, your endeavors may encounter obstacles, yielding unpleasant outcomes. Additionally, Mercury's conjunction...

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Some famous persons born on August 5, 1953

What happened on August 5, 1953

  • Repatriation of POWs from Korean War to US: Marked the end of active hostilities and a step towards peace.

August 5, 1953 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1953 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: August 5, 1971
  • India: August 5, 1971
  • Philippines: August 5, 1971
  • United Kingdom: August 5, 1971
  • Canada: August 5, 1971
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: August 5, 1968
  • India: August 5, 1969
  • Philippines: August 5, 1969
  • United Kingdom: August 5, 1970
  • Canada: August 5, 1969

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: August 5, 1969
  • India: August 5, 1971
  • Philippines: August 5, 1971
  • United Kingdom: August 5, 1970
  • Canada: August 5, 1969

Full Driving License

  • United States: August 5, 1971
  • India: August 5, 1973
  • Philippines: August 5, 1971
  • United Kingdom: August 5, 1974
  • Canada: August 5, 1971

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: August 5, 1969
  • India: August 5, 1971
  • Philippines: August 5, 1969
  • United Kingdom: August 5, 1969
  • Canada: August 5, 1969
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: August 5, 1971
  • India: August 5, 1974
  • Philippines: August 5, 1971
  • United Kingdom: August 5, 1971
  • Canada: August 5, 1971

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

  • United States: August 5, 1974
  • India: August 5, 1974
  • Philippines: August 5, 1971
  • United Kingdom: August 5, 1971
  • Canada: August 5, 1972

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

  • India: August 5, 1971
  • Canada: August 5, 1972
  • United States: August 5, 1974
  • Philippines: August 5, 1974
  • United Kingdom: August 5, 1971

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

September 5, 1999

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

  • August 5, 2026 is on a Wednesday.
  • Your next birthday is 324 days away.

Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for August 5, 1953

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on August 5, 2025 Secondary Progressions for August 5, 2025
Sun 12 Leo 32 13 Leo 6 22 Libra 36
Moon 21 Gemini 34 24 Sagittarius 30 27 Capricorn 9
Mercury 27 Cancer 30 6 Leo 6 15 Scorpio 43
Venus 1 Cancer 23 5 Cancer 55 27 Virgo 4
Mars 4 Leo 10 28 Virgo 57 19 Virgo 49
Jupiter 19 Gemini 5 12 Cancer 38 26 Gemini 15
Saturn 22 Libra 31 1 Aries 22 29 Libra 42
Uranus 20 Cancer 17 1 Gemini 3 23 Cancer 3
Neptune 21 Libra 24 1 Aries 54 23 Libra 35
Pluto 22 Leo 35 2 Aquarius 19 24 Leo 36
Rahu 2 Aquarius 37 20 Pisces 2 28 Capricorn 48
Ketu 2 Leo 37 20 Virgo 2 28 Cancer 48

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