Born on 17 September, 1979 (Monday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Virgo

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Cancer

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
45 years, 11 months, 27 days

Your next birthday is 3 days away.

Life Path Number
7

Numerology

Day of the Week
Monday

260th day of the year 1979.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Goat (羊)
Roman Numerals
XVII-IX-MCMLXXIX

XLV years old

Timings
Sunrise: 05:36 Sunset: 18:14

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on September 17, 1979

Born on September 17, 1979 : Your restless mind turns insight into advantage

  • Life Path 7 — a seeker who prefers depth and meaning.
  • Birth Number 8 — an eye for authority, money, and results.
  • Communication power: Sun, Mercury, Venus and Pluto clustered in your thinking/communication sector — you persuade, investigate, and transform with words.
  • Emotional engine: Mars conjunct Moon — quick passion, competitiveness, and occasional jealousy that fuels action.

You come across as quietly serious but nimble: someone who studies, stores, then strikes with smart timing. You care about meaning and money in equal measure. The more you learn to channel that inner fire into measured moves, the more influence you build. Watch for stronger pulses of these themes during Mars, Jupiter, Saturn or Pluto transits — they sharpen what’s already in you.

Personality : Sentimental

You feel things, but you don’t always wear them on your sleeve. That sentimentality pairs with a drive to be exact and competitive; you want things to be right. Mars with the Moon gives quick emotional reactions — you protect people and standards, and you’re likely to take offense when others interfere. In practice that looks like keeping careful mementos, returning to unfinished projects until perfect, and pushing friends to meet commitments. Expect emotional intensity to spike around Mars and lunar cycles.

Talent and Abilities : Communicator

Your strongest skill is communication — not small-talk, but persuasive, investigative speech and writing. With Sun, Mercury, Venus and Pluto in the 3rd-house area (think messages, short trips, siblings, local networks), you can research, edit, negotiate and sell ideas. Life Path 7 adds a taste for depth and research; Birth Number 8 brings a practical bent: you want your words to move money or power. Unconsciously you pursue truth and control of narrative. Pluto or Mercury transits will highlight opportunities to reshape how people hear you.

Blind Spots : Jealous streak

Jealousy and possessiveness appear as your primary blind spot. You dislike interference and inefficiency; those two things can trigger sharp responses. The Moon’s South Node in the 8th house suggests old patterns around shared resources and secrecy — you may react as if past hurts are current. Socially, you can come across as nosy or overly testing. Catching yourself early — before Mars flares — keeps relationships intact. Expect this to feel louder during Mars or eclipse seasons.

Karmic Lessons : Perfectionism

Your chart asks you to balance inner knowing (7) with worldly responsibility (8). Saturn and Jupiter in your value sector teach lessons about money, worth, and timing: sometimes you must slow down to build real security. Rahu there brings temptation for quick gains that can create long lessons. The karmic task: move from controlling outcomes to steady discipline — your power grows when you accept limits and keep showing up. Big reckonings often arrive with Saturn returns and Jupiter cycles.

Family and Environment : Mother as guide

Childhood appears emotionally supportive; a persistent mother-figure likely shaped your habits and taste. Family may be entrepreneurial or practical — trades, small businesses, technical fields are common themes. Uranus in the home sector points to unexpected moves, unconventional households, or a parent who changes course. Health patterns (ENT, asthma) appear in family lines; that’s worth noting. Family dynamics will shift noticeably during Uranus or Saturn transits, prompting relocation or responsibility changes.

Health and Habits : Respiratory caution

Your chart suggests sensitivity in the lungs, throat or ENT area, and stress shows in physical ways. Mars-Moon energy can accelerate burn-out if you don’t channel it: sports, brisk walking, or competitive exercise help. Sleep and digestion react to emotion; modest routines protect you. If smoking, loud engines or risky driving are extra hazards — be careful. Health pressure tends to intensify under Mars and Saturn transits, so respect rest cycles.

Education and Student Life : Ambitious yet inconsistent

You learn fast and love research, but you can be restless or apathetic about long formal programs. Backlogs or pauses in higher study are possible, followed by completion through self-study or correspondence. Your mind thrives on languages, short courses, technical training and writing — skills tied to that 3rd-house emphasis. Mercury and Jupiter transits bring peak learning windows; plan study bursts to match those cycles.

Work, Money and Career : Financially smart

You think like a strategist with cash sense. Jupiter + Saturn + Rahu in the 2nd (values/money) create push-pull: good earnings (Jupiter), strict lessons and paperwork (Saturn), and sudden, unconventional chances (Rahu). You’ll do best in roles that combine brains and negotiation — finance, consulting, media, sales, or running a small business. If you are male: leadership, tech, risk-taking ventures or transformative careers suit you. If you are female: teaching, creative leadership, healing or advisory roles fit well. Watch for big shifts during Jupiter and Saturn cycles.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Sentimental intensity

You love with seriousness. Mars conjunct Moon makes your attractions vivid; loyalty and competence matter. You dislike self-destructive habits in partners and prefer someone who can hold their own. If you are male: a wife may come from a different region or background, likely educated, possibly working or teaching, and sometimes multilingual — her profession can both attract and challenge you. If you are female: a husband may be tied to research, water-related work, medicine or mysticism, and may be close to his mother. You tend to test devotion, and partners often see you as private, intense and financially capable. Neptune in the 5th warns against idealizing romance; keep clear-eyed conversations about money and boundaries. Relationship cycles will be especially visible during Venus, Mars and eclipse seasons.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Perfectionist rigidity

You can be sharp, intolerant of incompetence, and overly controlling about outcomes. That rigidity drives results but pushes people away. Financial and property deals need attention to documents — sloppiness is costly. Your alternating waves of passion and indifference confuse partners. The blunt truth: your need to fix everything sometimes creates the very mess you fear. Work on patience and delegation; watch Mars storms and Saturn tests for when these lessons come to a head.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Practice a 5-minute pause before responding — reduces Mars-driven reactivity.
  • Use writing or a voice memo to process intense feelings; your 3rd-house gifts help.
  • Set a simple budget and document property agreements; Saturn rewards discipline.
  • Channel competitiveness into regular exercise or competitive hobbies.
  • Track transits: Mars heats feelings, Saturn demands structure, Jupiter opens doors — plan accordingly.

Yearly Predictions

The year 2025 holds great promise for you, dear individual born under the celestial guidance of Virgo. Your unwavering dedication and resourcefulness will be richly rewarded, propelling you towards new horizons of success and fulfillment. The cosmos align in your favor, illuminating your path with clarity and purpose. The sub-cycle of Mercury, extending from August 2023 to November 2025, activates the third house of your astrological chart. This cosmic influence will enhance your communication skills, allowing you to express your thoughts and ideas with eloquence and persuasion. Your logical and analytical abilities will be sharpened, aiding you in making sound...

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

  • United States: September 17, 1997
  • India: September 17, 1997
  • Philippines: September 17, 1997
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1997
  • Canada: September 17, 1997
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: September 17, 1994
  • India: September 17, 1995
  • Philippines: September 17, 1995
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1996
  • Canada: September 17, 1995

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: September 17, 1995
  • India: September 17, 1997
  • Philippines: September 17, 1997
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1996
  • Canada: September 17, 1995

Full Driving License

  • United States: September 17, 1997
  • India: September 17, 1999
  • Philippines: September 17, 1997
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 2000
  • Canada: September 17, 1997

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: September 17, 1995
  • India: September 17, 1997
  • Philippines: September 17, 1995
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1995
  • Canada: September 17, 1995
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: September 17, 1997
  • India: September 17, 2000
  • Philippines: September 17, 1997
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1997
  • Canada: September 17, 1997

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

  • United States: September 17, 2000
  • India: September 17, 2000
  • Philippines: September 17, 1997
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1997
  • Canada: September 17, 1998

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

  • India: September 17, 1997
  • Canada: September 17, 1998
  • United States: September 17, 2000
  • Philippines: September 17, 2000
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1997

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

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Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for September 17, 1979

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on September 17, 2024 Secondary Progressions for September 17, 2024
Sun 23 Virgo 47 24 Virgo 52 8 Scorpio 14
Moon 9 Leo 0 12 Pisces 56 27 Pisces 53
Mercury 27 Virgo 17 13 Virgo 15 1 Sagittarius 48
Venus 29 Virgo 58 22 Libra 53 26 Scorpio 0
Mars 25 Cancer 23 7 Cancer 19 20 Leo 58
Jupiter 27 Leo 27 20 Gemini 32 5 Virgo 39
Saturn 18 Virgo 27 15 Pisces 15 23 Virgo 41
Uranus 18 Scorpio 9 27 Taurus 10 20 Scorpio 34
Neptune 17 Sagittarius 49 28 Pisces 36 18 Sagittarius 45
Pluto 18 Libra 9 29 Capricorn 46 19 Libra 54
Rahu 7 Virgo 29 7 Aries 5 5 Virgo 6
Ketu 7 Pisces 29 7 Libra 5 5 Pisces 6

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