While determining your sun sign is simple (based on your birth date), determining your moon sign is a little more difficult.
Calculating your full date, location, and time of birth, as well as your position around the moon, yields your moon sign.
It travels fast across the zodiac, spending two to two and a half days in each sign.
Your lunar sign is likely to differ from your solar sign; for example, you may be a Taurus, but your lunar sign is Sagittarius.
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Is your birthday associated with the sun or the moon?
We’ll get into the specifics later, but first, let’s clarify what factors influence your sun, moon, and rising signs.
- Your solar sign is the zodiac sign that you are most likely already familiar with. Your birth date determines it, and it affects the essential components of your personality. The sign (aka constellation) the sun is traveling through on your birthday determines your solar sign, which is based on the position of the stars as seen by ancient astrologers.
- Your moon sign is determined by the position of the moon at the time of your birth, precisely which of the 12 zodiac signs it was in. The deep interior parts of yourself, such as your emotions and how you feel and act when no one else is around, are influenced by your moon sign.
- The sign that was rising on the eastern horizon at the precise moment (day, time, hour, minute) you were born determines your rising sign, also known as your ascendant. The version of yourself that you portray to the world, often known as your outer identity or mask, is indicated by your rising sign.
Of course, your sun, moon, and rising signs are more than just labels. Here’s a closer look at each of them, as well as some expert advice on how to read these three crucial indications together.
What is the difference between a sun and moon sign?
When it comes to astrology, the sun, moon, and rising stars are the three signs you should be familiar with.
The position of the sun at the time of your birth determines which of the 12 zodiac signs you belong to. The zodiac sign in which the moon was positioned when you were born is known as your moon sign, and it indicates your emotions. The position of the houses in the birth chart is determined by the rising sign, which is as follows:
- The First House is the House of the Self (ruled by Aries)
- House of Values is the second house (ruled by Taurus)
- House of Sharing is the third house (ruled by Gemini)
- The House of Home and Family is the fourth house (ruled by Cancer)
- House of Pleasure is the fifth house (ruled by Leo)
- The House of Health is the sixth house (ruled by Virgo)
- The House of Balance is the seventh house in the horoscope (ruled by Libra)
- The House of Transformation is the eighth house in the horoscope (ruled by Scorpio)
- The House of Purpose is located in the Ninth House (ruled by Sagittarius)
- The House of Enterprise is the tenth house in the horoscope (ruled by Capricorn)
- The House of Blessings is the eleventh house (ruled by Aquarius)
- The House of Sacrifice is the Twelfth House (ruled by Pisces)
What are my three major indicators?
In your birth chart, the Big Three are your Sun sign, Moon sign, and Rising sign. Understanding your Big Three is crucial because they serve as a pattern for who you are, what you want, and how you behave.
Is Virgo a sun sign or a lunar sign?
Those born between August 23 and September 22 have the sun sign Virgo as their zodiac sign. (It’s not exact since the sun changes signs on different days each year.) Also, while we often refer to ourselves as our sun sign, it’s only one component of a natal chart, which is essentially a unique snapshot of the sky at the time of your birth. However, it’s a minor detail that contributes to your overall sense of self, identity, personal style, self-esteem, and confidence.
In Virgo, what is the Moon?
You are likely to be naturally service-oriented, analytical, and practical if you were born with the Moon in Virgo. You have an exceptional ability to help others, owing to both your willingness to serve and your problem-solving skills. You must discover a balance between mind and body for your own unique satisfaction, understanding when to analyze information and when to simply relax. A route of moderation is likely to fit you best, and will put you on the road to long-term good health by performing the small things that make your daily life more natural and structured.
What is your ascension?
Your rising or ascendant is the sign that was ascending on the eastern horizon at the moment of your birth. It refers to the picture you put out into the world, or the mask you wear, and it provides insight into your abilities, talents, and tactics for navigating life. If you’ve ever felt like people don’t recognize you as your sun sign right away, it’s because they’re probably seeing your rising.