Learn about the significance of each sign’s ruling planets in astrology.
- Mars is the governing planet of Aries. It’s worth pinning.
- Venus is Taurus’ governing planet.
- Mercury is Gemini’s governing planet.
- The moon is Cancer’s governing planet.
- The sun is Leo’s governing planet.
- Mercury and Chiron are the ruling planets of Virgo.
- Venus is Libra’s governing planet.
- Pluto is the governing planet of Scorpio.
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The sun: ego, creativity
The sun isn’t technically a planet (it’s a star), but as a luminary body in our solar system, it has the same astrological influence as the planets. In fact, because its position in the sky at the moment of your birth determines your sun sign, or the zodiac sign you’d ordinarily read in a horoscope, it has possibly the broadest impact on your whole personality.
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.
What do Moon signs mean?
Your moon sign is the zodiac sign in which the moon was at the time of your birth. It’s the soul of your identity, the hidden part of yourself that you may keep hidden from others (unlike your outwardly appearing sun sign), and it accounts for a significant portion of your emotional side.