Romans began their year in March, a month dedicated to Mars, the god of war. (Greek? Ares.) So, it makes sense that if they’re going to taint the zodiac, they’re going to put their mark all over it by starting the wheel with Aries, the sun sign associated with Mars and Greek for Mars.
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Roman Taintage
In The Beginning
It is common knowledge that the zodiac begins with Aries. What is not-so-common knowledge is that it used to begin with Taurus, according to some. [click here for more info] It’s a pretty controversial topic and I think I know why: It makes more sense for the zodiac to begin with Taurus than Aries. [...]