Born on 17 October, 1947 (Friday)
Zodiac Sign (Western)
Libra
Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac
Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Scorpio
Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac
Age (Today)
77 years, 10 months, 30 days
Your next birthday is 30 days away.
Life Path Number
3
Numerology
Day of the Week
Friday
290th day of the year 1947.
Chinese Zodiac Sign
Pig (猪)
Roman Numerals
XVII-X-MCMXLVII
LXXVII years old
Timings
Sunrise: 06:24 Sunset: 17:07
London UTC
Personality Traits for people born on October 17, 1947
Born on October 17, 1947 : You are a private optimist whose inner life quietly reshapes what matters
- Emotional and private — Sun, Mercury and Venus placed in the 12th house from the Moon make solitude a source of strength.
- Generous and expressive — Jupiter conjunct the Moon and Life Path Number 3 favor warmth and creative voice; Birth Number 8 adds practical ambition.
- Partnerships change you — Rahu (North Node) in the 7th points to unusual or intense relationships that teach you hard lessons.
- Work leans independent and steady — success often comes after steady effort and discipline (Saturn/Pluto in the 9th), and through late consolidation.
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Yearly Predictions
As the celestial tapestry unfurls, unveiling the secrets of the cosmos for the year 2025, you, a venerable soul born on the auspicious day of October 17, 1947, stand poised to embark on a transformative journey. The celestial dance of Rahu and Jupiter, two cosmic titans, will paint the canvas of your life with vibrant hues, shaping your experiences and guiding your path. The sub-cycle of Rahu, extending from March 2024 to March 2025, activates the seventh house of your astrological chart, heralding a period of profound partnerships and meaningful connections. This cosmic influence will strengthen your bonds with loved...
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Some famous persons born on October 17, 1947
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What happened on October 17, 1947
Ugh, my events diary has no entry for this date.October 17, 1947 Facts
What is my generation?
The person with birth year 1947 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: October 17, 1965
- India: October 17, 1965
- Philippines: October 17, 1965
- United Kingdom: October 17, 1965
- Canada: October 17, 1965
When am I eligible to get a driving license?
Learner's Permit (Under supervision)
- United States: October 17, 1962
- India: October 17, 1963
- Philippines: October 17, 1963
- United Kingdom: October 17, 1964
- Canada: October 17, 1963
Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)
- United States: October 17, 1963
- India: October 17, 1965
- Philippines: October 17, 1965
- United Kingdom: October 17, 1964
- Canada: October 17, 1963
Full Driving License
- United States: October 17, 1965
- India: October 17, 1967
- Philippines: October 17, 1965
- United Kingdom: October 17, 1968
- Canada: October 17, 1965
When do I reach age of consent?
- United States: October 17, 1963
- India: October 17, 1965
- Philippines: October 17, 1963
- United Kingdom: October 17, 1963
- Canada: October 17, 1963
When can I marry without parental consent?
- United States: October 17, 1965
- India: October 17, 1968
- Philippines: October 17, 1965
- United Kingdom: October 17, 1965
- Canada: October 17, 1965
When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?
- United States: October 17, 1968
- India: October 17, 1968
- Philippines: October 17, 1965
- United Kingdom: October 17, 1965
- Canada: October 17, 1966
When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?
- India: October 17, 1965
- Canada: October 17, 1966
- United States: October 17, 1968
- Philippines: October 17, 1968
- United Kingdom: October 17, 1965
When Will I Become a Millionaire?
November 17, 1993
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
- October 17, 2025 is on a Friday.
- Your next birthday is 30 days away.
Astrology Analysis
Ephemeris for October 17, 1947
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on October 17, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for October 17, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 23 Libra 3 | 24 Libra 23 | 10 Capricorn 47 |
| Moon | 29 Scorpio 49 | 21 Aries 26 | 25 Virgo 24 |
| Mercury | 17 Scorpio 37 | 5 Scorpio 30 | 10 Capricorn 1 |
| Venus | 4 Scorpio 37 | 29 Scorpio 21 | 10 Aquarius 30 |
| Mars | 9 Leo 5 | 22 Cancer 50 | 7 Virgo 21 |
| Jupiter | 28 Scorpio 31 | 21 Gemini 13 | 15 Sagittarius 19 |
| Saturn | 21 Leo 3 | 13 Pisces 20 | 22 Leo 25 |
| Uranus | 26 Gemini 6 | 26 Taurus 27 | 23 Gemini 28 |
| Neptune | 11 Libra 1 | 27 Pisces 48 | 12 Libra 57 |
| Pluto | 14 Leo 44 | 29 Capricorn 38 | 14 Leo 28 |
| Rahu | 24 Taurus 49 | 5 Aries 30 | 20 Taurus 45 |
| Ketu | 24 Scorpio 49 | 5 Libra 30 | 20 Scorpio 45 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Transits for 2025
- Mars square Sun
Exact: 21 January, 2025 - Mars square Sun
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Saturn sextile Rahu
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Jupiter trine Sun
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Mars conjunction Saturn
Exact: 31 May, 2025 - Jupiter trine Venus
Exact: 30 June, 2025 - Jupiter trine Mercury
Exact: 29 August, 2025 - Mars conjunction Venus
Exact: 28 September, 2025 - Mars conjunction Mercury
Exact: 18 October, 2025 - Mars conjunction Ketu
Exact: 28 October, 2025 - Mars opposition Rahu
Exact: 28 October, 2025 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 28 October, 2025 - Saturn sextile Rahu
Exact: 27 November, 2025
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