Born under a lucky star
Meaning
To be destined for good fortune and success from birth.
Origin
The belief that celestial bodies influence human destiny dates back to ancient civilizations. Romans, deeply invested in astrology, believed that the specific alignment of stars and planets at a person's birth determined their fate and fortune. A particularly beneficial alignment, often associated with auspicious planets like Jupiter or Venus, was thought to bestow a lifetime of good luck. People literally believed they were "born under a lucky star" or constellation that shone favorably upon them, blessing them with good fortune from their very first breath. This celestial belief, deeply embedded in ancient astrological practices, passed into common parlance as a vivid way to describe someone inherently blessed with good luck.
Examples
- She always seems to win lotteries and find money; she must have been born under a lucky star.
- Even after several business failures, his new venture soared, proving he was truly born under a lucky star.