Les Murray was an acclaimed Australian poet and translator born under the diplomatic and artistic sign of Libra. His work bridged cultural and linguistic divides, reflecting his natural Libran gift for harmony and balance in expression.
Known for: Poetry collections, Literary translation, Cultural criticism, Rural Australian themes, National identity exploration
Les Murray's Natal Chart
Tropical zodiac · planetary positions at birth, Nabiac, Australia (approximate - birth time not recorded)
| Planet | Sign | Degree | Rx |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☉Sun | Libra | 23° 27' 19" | |
| ☽Moon | Leo | 8° 05' 18" | |
| ☿Mercury | Libra | 28° 18' 52" | |
| ♀Venus | Sagittarius | 1° 49' 21" | |
| ♂Mars | Virgo | 25° 05' 56" | |
| ♃Jupiter | Aquarius | 22° 23' 55" | R |
| ♄Saturn | Aries | 13° 53' 47" | R |
| ♅Uranus | Taurus | 16° 42' 01" | R |
| ♆Neptune | Virgo | 22° 03' 59" | |
| ♇Pluto | Leo | 1° 27' 19" | |
| ☊Rahu | Scorpio | 18° 52' 47" | R |
| ☋Ketu | Taurus | 18° 52' 47" | R |
Note: Les Murray's exact birth time is not publicly recorded. This chart shows planetary positions computed at 12:00 UTC on the birth date — accurate for slow-moving planets (Mars through Pluto) but the Moon position may be off by up to half a sign. Ascendant and houses are not shown.
Birth Details
- Date
- October 17, 1938
- Place
- Nabiac
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
Zodiac Profile
- Sun Sign
- Libra
- Element
- Air
- Quality
- Cardinal
- Ruling Planet
- Venus
Human Design Profile
Birth time unknown - type is accurate; authority & profile may vary.
Incarnation Cross
Right Angle Cross of Gates 32/42/62/61
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Cosmic Identity
Spirit Animal
Swan
The swan embodies the Libran qualities of grace, beauty, and artistic refinement that defined Murray's poetic voice. Like swans that glide effortlessly between water and air, Murray moved seamlessly between different literary forms and cultural expressions.
Archetype
Cultural Bridge Builder
Murray served as a translator between worlds, connecting rural Australian experience with universal human themes. His Libran nature sought to create harmony between seemingly opposing forces in literature and culture.
Power Planet
Venus - governing his artistic sensibilities and love of beauty in language
Elemental Dominance
Air (Libra) - His intellectual approach to poetry emphasized harmony, beauty, and the power of language to create understanding between different perspectives.
Fame Signature
Murray's Libra Sun created a natural inclination toward balanced, harmonious verse that appealed to diverse audiences. His diplomatic approach to controversial topics allowed him to build bridges rather than burn them.
Shadow Side
His Libran tendency toward people-pleasing sometimes led to internal conflict between artistic integrity and public acceptance. The constant search for balance could create indecision in his creative process.
Numerology
3
Life Path
The Creator
6
Expression
The Nurturer
9
Soul Urge
The Humanitarian
33
Personality
The Master Teacher
Life Path 3 as The Creator perfectly aligned with his poetic calling and gift for artistic expression. This number enhanced his natural Libran creativity and ability to communicate beauty through words.
Lucky Gemstones
Citrine
Primary - Life Path 3
Opal
Secondary - Libra Sun Sign
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