Though Vedic astrology has its unique zodiac signs, the characteristics of each sign has a corresponding sign in the Western zodiac. The following is a list of the signs and its western equivalent
| Vedic Sign | Vedic Symbol | Western Equivalent |
| Mesha | The Ram | Aries |
| Vrishaba | The Bull | Taurus |
| Mithua | The Couple | Gemini |
| Karkata | The Crab / Circle | Cancer |
| Simha | The Lion | Leo |
| Kanya | The Virgin / Daughter | Virgo |
| Thula | The Balance / Weight | Libra |
| Vrishchika | The Scorpion | Scorpio |
| Dhanus | The Bow / Weapon | Sagittarius |
| Makara | The Alligator / Shark | Capricorn |
| Kumbha | The Pot / Jug | Aquarius |
| Meena | The Fishes | Pisces |
The Concepts of Vedic Astrology
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